General Operative – Injection Moulding
📍 Location: Lutterworth, Leicestershire
💼 Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing
⏰ Shift: Shift work may be required, including days, nights and rotating shifts
We are currently recruiting for a General Operative to join a busy manufacturing environment in Lutterworth.
This is a hands-on production role where you will support the moulding team with operating machinery, handling moulded parts, carrying out secondary operations and ensuring products meet the required quality standards.
The Role
As a General Operative, your responsibilities will include:
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Operating machinery safely and efficiently
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Monitoring machine performance and cycle times
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Carrying out visual quality checks on finished parts
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Trimming excess material and deburring components
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Drilling, tapping and carrying out ultrasonic welding where required
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Assembling and inserting components
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Packing finished products according to instructions
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Following production procedures and works instructions
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Completing production and quality paperwork accurately
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Recording production counts, scrap and cycle times
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Reporting any machine faults or quality issues to the supervisor
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Keeping your workstation and surrounding areas clean, organised and hazard-free
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Following all health & safety procedures and wearing PPE as required
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
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Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment
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Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality
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Basic maths and literacy skills
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The ability to follow instructions and production procedures
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A reliable and hardworking approach
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The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
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Experience operating injection moulding machinery would be advantageous, although full training can be provided
Working Environment
This is a hands-on role involving standing for extended periods and manual handling. You must be comfortable working in a busy production environment and be flexible to work days, nights or rotating shifts where required.
If you are reliable, hardworking and looking to build your experience within a manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV
