Wax Operative

Wax Operative (WO/RH/2026) Sheffield, England

Salary: GBP
13.50 per hour + 12.5% shift allowance

Wax Operative

We are seeking a reliable and detail-focused Wax Operative to support our clients manufacturing process. This hands‑on role involves wax injection, trimming, inspection, and maintaining tooling to produce high-quality components.

This position would suit someone with manufacturing or production experience who is comfortable working to tight tolerances and quality standards.

Location: Sheffield: S9

Hours: Days & Nights rotational (shift flexibility required) – Days:
Monday to Wednesday  and Thursday . Nights:
Monday to Wednesday  and Thursday .

Benefits:

• Full training and structured skill development
• Opportunity to progress within a specialised manufacturing environment
• Stable, team-focused workplace
• Overtime opportunities

Key Responsibilities &

Qualifications:

• Carry out wax injection and trimming processes to specification
• Inspect wax patterns for defects such as air bubbles, distortion, or incomplete fills
• Adjust machine parameters to correct quality issues
• Maintain dies and tooling in clean, working condition
• Accurately complete production records and job paperwork
• Work to daily/weekly production targets
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safety at all times
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or factory environment
• Ability to use hand tools safely and accurately
• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot defects
• Comfortable working to targets, deadlines, and quality standards
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety in a workshop or factory setting
• Good level of numeracy and literacy (for completing job sheets and documentation)
• Reliable with good timekeeping and attendance
• Willingness to work shift patterns and overtime when required
• Experience in investment casting, wax processes, or similar precision manufacturing
• Previous experience with injection moulding machinery or process setting
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings or specifications
• Experience identifying and correcting process defects
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices
• Forklift or other factory-related certifications (if relevant)

Skills & Behaviours:

• Positive, team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to learn multiple processes across departments
• Ability to work independently once trained
• Flexible and adaptable to changing production needs
• Takes accountability for quality of work