Multi-Skilled General Operative
📍 Barnsley, S72
💷 £12.71 per hour
🕗 Monday to Friday | 8:00am - 4:00pm
Join a Growing Manufacturing Team
Stafforce are recruiting a Multi-Skilled General Operative for our client based in Barnsley.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a manufacturing, production or industrial background who enjoys a varied, hands-on role. The successful candidate will work across multiple departments within the business, supporting production, machine operations and dispatch activities.
We're looking for individuals with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a willingness to learn every area of the operation. Full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to broaden their skillset and develop a long-term career within manufacturing.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled General Operative, you will be trained to support all departments across the business. Duties will include operating industrial sewing machines, working with larger production machinery, and assisting within the dispatch department preparing products for customer delivery.
No two days are the same, and flexibility is essential as you will be expected to learn and support different areas as business needs require.
Key Responsibilities
Operating industrial sewing machines safely and efficiently
Learning and operating a variety of manufacturing and production machinery
Supporting production activities to ensure customer orders are completed on time
Carrying out quality checks and inspections to maintain product standards
Working within the dispatch department preparing orders for delivery
Shrink wrapping and palletising finished products
Picking, sorting and preparing customer orders
Loading and unloading materials where required
Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
Following all company procedures and health & safety guidelines
Supporting colleagues across all departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operationsWhat We're Looking For
Essential
Previous experience within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment
A positive attitude and willingness to learn all areas of the business
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Reliable, hardworking and team-oriented approach
Good communication skills
Full UK Driving LicenceDesirable
Experience operating machinery within a manufacturing setting
Previous industrial sewing machine experience
FLT (Forklift Truck) Licence or previous FLT experience
Willingness to undertake further training and gain additional qualificationsWhat's in It for You?
✅ Full training across multiple departments
✅ Opportunity to develop a broad range of manufacturing skills
✅ Potential to gain recognised certifications, including FLT training
✅ Stable Monday to Friday working hours - no weekends
✅ Friendly, supportive and team-focused workplace
✅ Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business
✅ Immediate starts available for suitable candidates
Apply Today
If you have experience in a manufacturing or production environment and are looking for a varied role where you can learn multiple skills across a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the next step in your manufacturing career.
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About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
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