Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

StowAg is a family-owned business that has been supporting farmers, agricultural contractors, equestrians, and rural communities across the Cotswolds and beyond since 1969. With stores in Longborough (HQ), Thame, Hereford and Alton-and a 12-acre timber yard-we offer over 20,000 products, from nuts and bolts to fencing and large animal handling systems.

Joining us means working alongside a friendly and experienced team. Our staff includes local reps who visit farms, qualified Animal Medicines Advisors, and a dedicated logistics department that handles our in-house delivery service. Some colleagues have been with us for over 20 years, reflecting the supportive environment and the value we place on our people.

While we have strong traditional roots, we're committed to progress. We invest in new ideas, support training and development across all departments, and continue to grow - recently launching our own brand of agricultural fencing, with more exciting projects to come.

Why work with us?

Great people and a friendly culture Free lunch on the last Friday of each month 2 fully paid volunteer days every year Training budget for every department Annual team-building day Annual Christmas party
If you like the idea of joining a company that's rooted in its community, values its people, and always looks to the future, we'd love to hear from you.

ROLE SUMMARY

As Production Operative, you will be responsible for the production line. Your daily duties include feeding batches of metal fence posts into our clip insertion machine and attaching company logo banding to finished products.

Part-time: 3 days per week

Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (45 minute unpaid lunch break)

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities:

Production
o Untangling small metal clips.

o Inserting clips into the clip insertion machine.

o Use a pressurised pedal to insert the clips into the metal posts.

o Checking the products clips have been inserted correctly.

o Taking clips out if they haven't been inserted correctly, ensuring the posts and clips are not damaged in the process.

o Manual handling metal posts (22kg = 6 posts)

o Ensure the quality control of the fence posts.

o Lifting stock onto pallets.

o Wrapping pallets.

Maintenance
o Keeping the workshop clean and tidy.

o Ensuring that nothing blocks the machines (banding machine and clip insertion machine).

Health and safety
o Adhere to company health and safety policies.

o Wear the correct PPE provided.

o Report to higher management if PPE becomes damaged or broken.

SKILLS AND QUALIFCATIONS

Essential:

Forklift license Manual handling. Attention to detail. Strong communication. Teamwork. Manufacturing Acumen. Positive attitude. Troubleshooting. The ability to work with minimal supervision and manage their own workload.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,500.00-29,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24.75 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Paid volunteer time Store discount
Work Location: In person