Precision Rolling & Slitting Operator
Location: Redditch
Pay Rate: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours:
* Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
* Friday: 08:00 – 15:00
Overtime: Flexible overtime available after 16:30 or Saturday mornings
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Role Overview
We are working with a specialist manufacturing company in Redditch, seeking a Precision Rolling & Slitting Operator to join their production team.
This hands-on role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with tight-tolerance metal products, operating rolling mills, bonding, and slitting machines. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality output, maintain machinery efficiently, and contribute to a safe, productive environment.
Full training is provided, making this role perfect for those looking to develop long-term expertise in a niche industry.
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Key Responsibilities
* Set up and operate rolling mills and bonding machines to precise tolerances
* Operate slitting (shearing) machines for accurate metal strips
* Measure and calculate lengths and quantities of strips using Excel and mental arithmetic
* Support other production activities across the factory as required
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
* Follow all health & safety procedures
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Candidate Requirements
Essential:
* Calm, patient, and detail-oriented
* Strong mechanical awareness (tested in interview)
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/SAP experience is a bonus
* Willing to learn multiple machines and processes
* Commitment to a long-term role (training lasts 6–12 months)
Desirable:
* Experience in metal manufacturing, rolling, or slitting
* Forklift license or full clean driving license
* Previous apprenticeship or formal mechanical qualification
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What’s On Offer
* £14.00 – £16.00 per hour
* Permanent role with career progression opportunities
* Early finish every Friday
* Full training provided
* Hands-on work with precision rolling and slitting machinery
* Flexible overtime available (after 16:30 or Saturday mornings)
* Long-term career opportunity in a specialist manufacturing environment
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