Manufacturing Workshop Labourer

Manufacturing Workshop Labourer Salary: £14 per hour

Hours:

40 hours per week Monday – Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm Friday: 7:30am – 2:00pm

About the Role:

We are looking for a practical, reliable Manufacturing Workshop Labourer to support day-to-day operations within this Ipswich-based manufacturing workshop. This is a varied, hands-on role involving material handling, basic workshop operations, assembly support, packing, housekeeping and general assistance to machine operatives. As a Workshop Labourer you will help to keep work moving safely and efficiently while ensuring finished products are handled accurately and to a high standard.

The role would suit someone who enjoys practical work, is willing to learn and can work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a busy workshop environment. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday Early finish at 2pm on a Friday so weekends start early! Company pension with 5% employer matched contribution Annual salary review with potential performance and Christmas bonus Cycle to work scheme after probationary period Overtime hours available Full training will be provided.

Plus the opportunity to develop manufacturing skills and progress towards a Machine Operative position. PPE provided including boots and overalls Requirements:
Practical, hands-on approach with the ability to carry out regular manual tasks safely Reliable, punctual and willing to take responsibility for completing allocated work Good attention to detail and commitment to quality Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new workshop and production skills Able to follow instructions and work at pace without compromising safety Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Demonstrated ability of working in a workshop, warehouse, manufacturing or labouring experience is essential, although training is provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Move, prepare and organise materials, components and finished goods around the workshop Support cutting, drilling, trimming, de-swarfing, finishing and assembly operations Assist machine and extrusion operatives with production tasks, changeovers and machine clean downs Inspect work for obvious defects and follow company quality procedures to ensure products meet specification Separate and process scrap or out-of-spec materials for recycling and reprocessing Maintain clean, tidy and safe work areas, including general factory housekeeping Build bespoke pallets for customer orders Monitor consumables and stock levels, minimise waste and report shortages or issues promptly Follow all health and safety instructions, use PPE correctly and report hazards Provide flexible support across assembly, production and despatch during busy periods when required