Production Operative - Manufacturing

Location: Backer Heatrod Ltd, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Salary: £12.71 per hour (rising with experience)

Job Type: Full time, permanent

Full Time: 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 to 12:50 Friday (38 hours per week)

About us:

As one of the UK’s leading heating element manufacturers, Backer Heatrod offer a wide range of products from standard straight elements through to customer bespoke equipment. Our success is built on our ability to satisfy our customers by providing quality products, outstanding customer service and delivering on time every time! We combine a growing industrial manufacturing base with a thriving distribution business.

About the role:

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Operative to join our manufacturing team specializing in the production of heating elements. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where precision and quality are key. You’ll be part of a dedicated team assembling components into finished units used in a wide range of heating applications.

It’s essential that you have experience in a manufacturing environment assembling parts into finished units.

Responsibilities:

• Following our standard operating procedures, assemble components following technical drawings and specifications
• Work alongside the team in ensuring that production plan is met on a daily/weekly and monthly basis
• Conduct inline quality checks through the process to ensure products meet required standards
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Report any faults or issues to our technicians/production manager
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times

What we're looking for:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Demonstrable experience reading engineering drawings and measuring equipment
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks
• Good IT skills
• Basic understanding of health and safety practices

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cash Health Plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company life assurance
• Full training and support
• Opportunities for career progression
• Friendly and inclusive working environment
• On-site parking

Please apply with your CV and covering letter to [email protected]