Job Description:

Assembly Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver

Location: Worsley, Manchester (M28)
Shift: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:00am – 1:30pm
Pay: £12.71 per hour + overtime at enhanced rates
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Assembly Operative / FLT Counterbalance Driver to join a busy and well-established manufacturing team based in Worsley (M28).

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and hardworking individual with previous metal fabrication experience and a valid FLT Counterbalance licence.

The role offers stable, full-time employment, regular overtime opportunities and an early finish every Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricating and assembling metal components to required specifications

• Reading and working from engineering drawings

• Operating a range of hand and power tools

• Operating an FLT Counterbalance truck when required

• Carrying out general workshop and production duties

• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and to a high standard

• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment

• Supporting the wider production team to meet daily targets

Requirements

• Previous metal fabrication experience is essential

• Valid FLT Counterbalance licence required

• Experience using hand and power tools

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on quality

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Flexible attitude towards overtime and general workshop duties

Working Hours

• Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

• Friday: 8:00am – 1:30pm

Pay & Benefits

• £12.71 per hour

• Overtime at £19.07 per hour (time and a half for the first 8 overtime hours)

• Overtime at £25.42 per hour (double time after 8 overtime hours)

• Regular overtime opportunities available

• Early finish every Friday

• Full-time, permanent position

• Stable working hours within an established manufacturing environment

Apply Today

If you have experience in metal fabrication, hold a valid FLT Counterbalance licence and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in Worsley, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV for immediate consideration.