Grainger & Worrall
General Operative
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Location: Bridgnorth
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Hours
- 37 hours per week, Monday – Thursday (08:30 – 16:30), Friday 08:00 – 13:00 (37 hours per week)
Salary
- Up to £14.00 per hour, (approx £26.9k per annum), dependant on experience
Are you ready to take your first step into manufacturing and build a long-term career from the ground up?
Join our team and gain hands-on experience in a role designed to open doors into engineering.
Who are we?
At Grainger & Worrall, we specialise in producing complex cast and precision-machined solutions for pioneering technologies across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, defence, motorsport, and more, highlighting our versatility and commitment to driving future technology development and decarbonising mobility.
Our commitment to engineering excellence and breakthrough innovation was recently recognised with The King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation — our fourth accolade in this prestigious programme. This honour reflects the significant impact of our work on the future of mobility and sustainable technology.
Driven by a team of talented and experienced engineers and specialists, we push boundaries and innovate to bring cutting-edge ideas to life.
We work with leading manufacturers of high-performance vehicles, helping them turn their ambitious designs and vision into reality. Through the expertise of our team and state-of-the-art facilities which combines cutting-edge engineering with advance manufacturing processes, we deliver high-performance components tailored to meet the demanding requirements of our clients’ innovative applications. We’re proud to shape the future of engineering.
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About The Role
Due to continued growth within our various teams we are seeking a General Operative. In this role you’ll provide essential, hands-on support across the shop floor, playing a key role in keeping operations running smoothly, safely and to a high standard.
This is a broad, practical role with real purpose and visibility. You’ll contribute to day-to-day operations while gaining exposure to CNC machining and workshop environments, with a clear pathway to develop your skills and progress into more technical CNC or Patternshop roles over time.
What you’ll be doing
- Maintaining clean, safe and well-organised workshop areas
- Supporting with tools, equipment and materials across departments
- Assisting with cleaning CNC machines and basic machine upkeep
- Carrying out simple consumable changes such as sanding discs and supporting safe replacement of bandsaw blades following training
- Emptying extraction systems and managing waste
- Providing flexible, day-to-day operational support where needed
Who We’re Looking For
This role will suit someone at the start of their career who is keen to learn and develop in a manufacturing environment.
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to carry out physical tasks
- A genuine interest in engineering or manufacturing
- Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions
- Strong attention to cleanliness and organisation
- Positive attitude and team-focused mindset
- Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative
- Awareness of health and safety in a workshop environment
- Ability to travel to site.
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What You’ll Get
We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your skills and further your career. We’ll work with you to develop your personal professional development plan, tailored to your goals and ambitions.
In Addition, You’ll Get The Following Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to purchase more holiday days after your first year.
- Westfield Health Insurance.
- Discounted Gym membership.
- Company pension.
- Free onsite parking.
- Additional shift bonus (where applicable).
- Family Ironbridge Pass.
What To Expect
At Grainger & Worrall, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence.
Joining our team means being part of a culture that values positivity, adaptability, and teamwork. We strive to innovate and improve, ensuring everyone shares in our success.
We’re committed to supporting applicants with disabilities and we’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to suit your needs. If you require any adjustments or additional support, please let us know.
Right To Work Requirements
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
To be considered, applicants must already possess a long-term and unrestricted right to work in the UK for the duration of employment.
We are unable to offer or support any form of visa application or future visa extension.
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