Trimmer (2247) Southampton, England

Salary: GBP12.72 - GBP12.75 per hour
  • Role Trimmer
  • Hours: Mon–Thu 07:30–16:40; Fri 07:30–13:30
  • Type: temp to perm 12 weeks
  • Reporting to: Production Team Leader

Role summary

  • Trim and finish rubber components to specification, ensuring quality and on-time output.

Key responsibilities

  • Set up and operate trimming equipment; perform hand trimming.
  • Inspect parts (visual and basic measurement); segregate non-conforming items.
  • Record production data (job cards, scrap/yield) and maintain workstation cleanliness.
  • Change/maintain blades/tools and report maintenance needs.
  • Follow PPE and safety procedures.

Pay & shifts

  • • Pay rates for the trimmers – £12.75/hr
  • • Holiday for permanent staff: 22 days (excluding bank holidays, assuming a 5-day working week)

Required skills

  • Experience in trimming/finishing manufacturing parts; good dexterity and attention to detail.
  • Basic use of calipers/gauges and ability to follow SOPs.
  • Reliable, team-oriented, able to handle repetitive tasks.

Health & safety

  • PPE: safety boots, eye protection, gloves as required.
  • Site induction and any role-specific training mandatory.

Onboarding

  • Day 1: induction + H&S and supervisor assignment.
  • Weeks 1–4: supervised training and competency sign-off.