Howdens
General Operative
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Howdens is looking for a General Operative to join our solid surfaces production facility in Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, East Yorkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturing operation, playing a key role in the production of high-quality Dekton and quartz worktops. Working on our night shift, you'll be responsible for changing tooling, monitoring machinery, carrying out quality checks, and ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
You'll work across a variety of equipment, including saws, polishing machines, and CNC machinery. There may also be opportunities to support our Finishing Department, where you'll help polish worktops to specification before final inspection and customer delivery.
Pay Rate
Band C: £35,786.40 per annum + Shift allowance £4,882.80 per annum
Shift Pattern
Sunday to Thursday nights, 9:45pm – 6:00am
Regular opportunities for overtime are available to increase your earnings
What Will You Be Doing as a General Operative:
As a General Operative, you'll be involved in all aspects of the manufacturing process, ensuring products meet our quality and customer service standards. Your responsibilities will include:
- Changing tooling, monitoring saws, polishing machines, and CNC equipment
- Following standard operating procedures to manufacture granite and quartz worktops
- Carrying out quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications
- Reading and working from technical drawings and production instructions
- Supporting the Finishing Department with polishing and preparation activities when required
- Identifying and reporting equipment, quality, or safety issues
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets and customer delivery deadlines
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What Do You Need to Qualify:
We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable individuals who are committed to quality and continuous improvement. Ideally, you'll have:
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or factory environment
- Experience operating machinery or production equipment (desirable but not essential)
- The ability to read and follow written instructions and technical information
- A strong focus on quality and attention to detail
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to work safely and follow health and safety procedures at all times
- Flexibility to work night shifts and overtime when required
- Experience working with CNC machinery, stone products, or automated production lines would be advantageous, but full training will be provided.
What can we offer you as a Finisher:
- 25 days + bank holidays per year and the opportunity to buy extra holidays
- Daily meal allowance
- Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
- Clean, modern factory using state-of-the-art machinery
- Free parking
- PPE provided
- Highest standards of health & safety
How to Apply:
We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a General Operative, then we’re keen to hear from you.
Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we’ll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you’re shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.
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Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
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