Factory Operator (6531) Telford, England

Salary: GBP13.71 - GBP15.05 per hour + £50 shift allowance for the night shift

Job Title: Production Operator – Galvanising (Manufacturing)

 

Positions available:

 

  • 2 x Production Operator

 

Location: Telford

Hours: Monday to Friday – 3 rotating shifts (must be fully flexible to rotate)

Pay: £13.71 per hour + £50 bonus for night shifts (per week)

Contract type: Temp - Perm

 

Job Purpose

To support the safe and efficient operation of a galvanising production line, ensuring product quality, throughput and housekeeping standards are met. The role involves manual handling, operating production equipment and working to process/quality requirements within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

 

Key Responsibilities (Production Operator)

 

  • Work as part of the galvanising production team across the full process (e.g., loading/unloading, hanging/racking, dipping support, finishing/inspection, packing).
  • Operate production equipment and tools safely and in line with SOPs and training.
  • Carry out visual quality checks on galvanised components (coating coverage, defects, damage) and report non-conformances.
  • Follow job cards, production schedules and work instructions to meet output targets.
  • Maintain clean and safe work areas (5S/housekeeping), including correct waste disposal.
  • Support basic routine checks and report faults/breakdowns to supervision/maintenance.
  • Adhere to all Health & Safety requirements, including PPE, COSHH awareness and safe manual handling.

 

Skills & Experience

Essential (both roles):

 

  • Experience in a manufacturing/production environment (heavy/industrial preferred).
  • Strong Health & Safety mindset and ability to follow procedures.
  • Comfortable with manual tasks, standing for long periods, and working in a physically demanding environment.
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
  • Flexible to rotate across 3 shifts.

 

Desirable:

 

  • Experience within galvanising, metal processing, coatings or similar heavy industry.
  • Understanding of quality inspection standards and production documentation.

 

Working Environment / Physical Requirements

 

  • Industrial manufacturing environment with heat, noise, fumes and PPE requirements.
  • Manual handling and repetitive tasks.
  • Safety boots, hi-vis, gloves, eye/face protection and other PPE as required.

 

What We Offer

 

  • £13.71 per hour
  • £50 night shift bonus
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Long-term opportunity depending on performance