General Operative

General Operative

Location: Buntingford

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Overtime: £19.06 per hour after 40 hours

Shift allowance: +£1.50 per hour (from 4pm on afternoon shift)

Job type: Temp to perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 7.30am – 4.30pm (training) then 1pm – 10pm (afternoon shift)

About the Role

We are recruiting a General Operative on behalf of our client, a well established sheet metal manufacturing business based in Buntingford.

This is a temp to perm opportunity offering full training and long term stability within a busy production environment.

The role would suit candidates looking for work such as Warehouse Operative, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Factory Worker, Assembly Operative, or General Labourer, particularly those with transferable skills from hands on or physical roles.

No previous experience in sheet metal or powder coating is required as full training will be provided.

What You’ll Do

Support the powder coating department within a busy manufacturing site

Hang metal components ready for coating

Pack finished products for dispatch

Carry out general production and factory support duties

Follow clear instructions and health and safety procedures

Work as part of a team in a fast paced environment

Learn new skills within the manufacturing process

What We’re Looking For

Willingness to learn and be trained in powder coating and production processes

A reliable and hardworking attitude

Ability to work well in a team environment

Good attention to detail when handling and packing parts

Previous experience in warehouse, production, assembly, or manufacturing roles is helpful but not essential

Who Might Suit This Role

This role would suit someone looking to build a career in manufacturing or production. It may also suit candidates from roles such as Warehouse Operative, Factory Operative, Production Assistant, Assembly Operative, or General Labourer, especially those used to physical, hands-on work where accuracy and reliability are important.

Why Join

£12.71 per hour starting rate

Overtime paid at £19.06 per hour after 40 hours

£1.50 per hour shift allowance when on afternoon shift (from 4pm)

Full training provided in a specialist sheet metal environment

Temp to perm opportunity with long term prospects

Monday to Friday working pattern

Stable, full time hours with overtime available

If you are looking for a hands-on role with training, progression potential, and a stable weekday shift pattern, this could be a great opportunity to apply