General Factory Operative

Laser Buddy & Packer / Production Operative

Newport, Shropshire

£12.71 per hour

Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm | Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm

Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Are you looking for a hands-on role within a growing engineering and manufacturing environment? Our client, a specialist company based in Newport that produces precision laser-cut products, is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic

Laser Buddy & Packer / Production Operative to join their production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, has a keen eye for detail, and would like to build a long-term career within engineering and manufacturing.

Working alongside experienced Laser Operators, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting with the inspection, finishing and polishing of laser-cut products
• Carrying out quality inspections on precision-engineered components
• Packing finished goods to customer specifications
• Using measuring gauges and inspection equipment to check product quality
• Reading and working from engineering drawings and production instructions
• Recording production information accurately using spreadsheets and production documentation
• Completing quality control records and paperwork
• Using hand tools and finishing equipment
• Supporting goods-in and goods-out activities where required
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Supporting the wider production team as required

Full training will be provided, with the opportunity to develop new engineering skills and progress within the business.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
• Reliability and excellent timekeeping
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-driven with a strong work ethic
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Confidence using spreadsheets and completing production records
• Ability to understand and follow engineering drawings
• Experience using measuring gauges, verniers or other inspection tools would be advantageous
• Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, warehouse or production environments would be beneficial
• A quality-focused mindset with an eye for detail
• Own safety boots preferred

• £12.71 per hour
• Early finish every Friday
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• On-site kitchen facilities including fridge, microwave and kettle
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position after 12 weeks
• Training and development within an engineering environment
• Overtime opportunities available for successful permanent employees
• Long-term career prospects with a growing business

Due to the location of the site, candidates will ideally have their own transport or be able to arrange transport to and from work, as public transport links do not directly serve the industrial park.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.