Job Description

Join our team at Cardiff Galvanizers & Powder Coating

, a well-established family-run business with a proud history of over 53 years in the protective coatings industry. We are a proudly Welsh firm and are the last independent galvanizer in Wales.

We are a leading provider of galvanizing and protective coating services in the UK, offering galvanizing, powder coating, wet painting, shot blasting, and thermal metal spraying. With a commitment to safety, quality, and reliability, we offer a comprehensive range of solutions to meet our customers' diverse needs.

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a dedicated Production Operative to join our Galvanizing plant team. This person will man the forklift at the post-treatment end of the galvanizing plant when needed BUT will also be required to support their colleagues with the daily tasks of the post-treatment end, including manual handling tasks.

Previous experience operating a forklift is required but no license is needed

- we will provide in-house training & certification.

The Production Operative will work on a rotating shift pattern, alternating between days and nights, to support our operations. The role involves various tasks related to the pre-galvanizing and post-treatment processes, ensuring the efficient flow of work through the plant.

Week 1: Days, Monday to Friday - 7:00 am to 15:45 pm (plus overtime when needed) Week 2: Nights, Sunday night to Friday morning - 20:00 pm to 04:45 am (plus overtime when needed)

Responsibilities:

Bring work into the plant and prepare it for pre-galvanizing treatment, including ensuring the work is appropriately vented and hanging on jigs. Complete necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner. Operate the overhead crane to dip work into required tanks for pre-treatment. Manage post-treatment processes, including de-jigging, paperwork completion, and packing/storing work appropriately. Maintain housekeeping standards and perform ad-hoc duties as required. Adhere to the company's work tagging system in accordance with the quality manual. Participate in in-house training to operate a forklift and attain certification for overhead crane operation.

Person Specification:

Previous experience in a manual labour role preferred. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks. Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. Willingness to work on a rotating shift pattern, including regular night work. Commitment to safety and quality standards. Forklift or overhead crane operation experience desirable but not essential (training will be provided).

Benefits:

12.12 per hour base pay with opportunity to earn more via our pay-for-performance scheme Overtime opportunities during busy periods Shift allowance (1 extra per hour during night shifts) Performance-related bonus scheme (eligible after 3 months of employment) Monthly Department bonus
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.12-12.87 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift
Application question(s):

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Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Production Operative Galvanizing