Location: Huddersfield, HD3
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour – with opportunities to increase earnings through training and upskilling
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent
About the Role
Novara People are currently recruiting Production Operatives to join a well-established manufacturer of high-quality uPVC windows and doors based in Huddersfield.
This is a hands-on, physically demanding position within a busy manufacturing environment, involving the preparation, measuring, cutting and assembly of components used in window production.
Our client offers excellent opportunities for candidates who are willing to learn new skills, progress into different areas of manufacturing and increase their hourly pay as they become more experienced.
Key Responsibilities
Handling and moving heavy window frames, glazing beads and other manufacturing materials.
Measuring window frames and openings accurately using a measuring wand.
Operating a bead saw to cut glazing beads to the required measurements.
Preparing and cutting uPVC components to meet production specifications.
Fitting and assembling glazing beads and window components.
Checking measurements and ensuring materials are cut accurately to minimise waste.
Working with different sizes and styles of window frames.
Carrying out quality checks to identify defects or incorrect measurements.
Moving completed frames and materials safely between production areas.
Supporting other departments with general manufacturing and assembly duties.
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Following production instructions, health and safety procedures and daily targets.
Skills:
Must be comfortable undertaking heavy, physical manual work throughout the shift.
Previous experience in production, manufacturing or a similar hands-on environment would be beneficial.
Good attention to detail and the ability to work accurately with measurements.
Confidence using hand tools or machinery, or willingness to learn.
Good reliability, attendance and timekeeping.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills