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Production Operative

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thyssenkrupp Materials UK logoThyssenkrupp Materials Uk · Birmingham, UK
£26K/yrFull-timeOn-site1d ago
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Responsibilities

  • Operating and setting cut-to-length machinery (full training provided)
  • Measuring and cutting metal to customer specifications
  • Ensuring quality standards are met at all times
  • Maintain production records and complete required documentation
  • Operate Overhead crane when authorised and in accordance with Company training records
  • Loading and unloading coils on a machine line safely
  • Driving forklift trucks when authorised and in accordance with Company training records
  • Ensure cleanliness of work areas
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
  • Reporting quality, damage, shortages and overages
  • Maintaining all metal traceability systems
  • Recycle metal scrap into correct bins. Recycle any packaging waste into correct bins. Report any damage, shortage and overages to the Operations Manager
  • Other warehouse duties as and when required
  • Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • No prior experience is required - we're looking for the right attitude.
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills
  • Good attention to detail
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • A strong work ethic and positive approach
  • Desire to progress within a Warehouse/Manufacturing environment

Benefits

Full training and development opportunitiesCareer progression within a growing businessStable, long-term employmentAnnual Leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + your birthdayHealth Cash PlanCompany bonus schemeAdvantageous pension schemeLearning & Development opportunitiesAdvanced Family Friendly PoliciesEmployee high street vouchers & discountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOccupational health & health surveillanceLength of Service AwardsChristmas savings schemeEye care vouchersCycle to Work SchemeWellbeing eventsRecognition PortalRewards PortalCompany eventsCompany share schemesChristmas ClosedownOur Company ValuesTo ApplyIf you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for thyssenkrupp Materials UK, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Additional Information

Production Operative (Trainee - Full training provided) Location: This role is based at Vetchberry Steels, Sapcote Trading Centre, Wyrley Rd, Birmingham B6 7BN. Please check you are able to commute to the site for the shifts before applying. Salary: £26,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time Hours : 38.5 hours per week. Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:15pm | Fridays 7:30am-1pm Closing date : July 20, 2026 Vetchberry Steels is looking for a motivated and reliable Trainee Machine Operative to join our Birmingham site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career in manufacturing, with full training provided on our cut-to-length steel processing machinery

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