Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
Manufacturing Operative
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Manufacturing Operative
Position: Manufacturing Operative (Tewkesbury, GBR) Application Deadline: 2026-07-12
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions in Tewkesbury is seeking a Manufacturing Operative to join their team. After completing initial training, you’ll work with limited supervision to produce parts while adhering to Health & Safety and Quality procedures.
Remuneration Hourly Rate: £15.67 per hour (£14.25 + 10% shift premium)
Shift Pattern
- Week 1: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Monday to Friday)
- Week 2: 2:00 PM – 11:53 PM (Monday to Thursday)
Key Responsibilities
- Locate and arrange materials and tooling
- Operate a limited number of machines independently
- Ensure correct use of guards, safety switches, and lay-down procedures
- Comprehend materials used in production
- Identify and use suitable machines/tools for each task
- Safe application of sprays, solvents, and cleaning agents
- Lift and handle tools/moulds correctly and manually
- Perform tasks as outlined in production documentation
- Show flexibility to transfer between production areas if required
- Maintain adherence to HSE standards
- Keep workspaces clean and compliant with housekeeping standards
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Scrap Reduction Goals
- Reduce waste by minimising unnecessary material use
- Inspect own work for quality control
- Engage in zero-scrap initiatives through safer machine usage
Requirements
Experience (Preferred but Not Essential)
- Background in a manufacturing environment is advantageous
Key Behaviours & Skills
- Strict adherence to Health & Safety protocols
- Willingness to adapt and pick up new ideas quickly
- Flexible, proactive approach to independent work
- Able to communicate clearly with colleagues/line management
- Open to learning new skills
- Exceptional attendance and punctuality record
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What We Offer
✅ 25 days annual leave (including UK bank holidays) ✅ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Online GP access
- One-to-one counselling
- Physiotherapy/nutrition support
- Savings-handed discounts ✅ Full insurance benefits
- Fourfold life assurance and income protection ✅ Cycle-to-Work Scheme for cost-effective commuting ✅ On-site cafeteria for convenience
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