Finishing Operative – Warrington, WA1
Temp to Permanent | Day Shifts | Immediate Start
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Are you a hands-on team player with experience in a factory or warehouse environment? Aspired Talent is recruiting for a Finishing Operative to join a leading manufacturer based in Warrington, producing high-quality tarpaulins, covers, and related products.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in the finishing area, supporting eyeleting/grommeting, general finishing, basic welding (training provided), wrapping, packing, and helping your team hit safety, quality, and delivery targets every day.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate manual and pneumatic eyelet presses to fit eyelets, grommets, washers, and reinforcements accurately
Trim and finish products by fitting buckles, D rings, and other fixings
Carry out basic hot air or HF welding on hems and patches (full training provided)
Fold, bag, label, and prepare finished goods for dispatch
Handle materials safely using roll lifters, pallet trucks, and trolleys
Perform quality checks and keep accurate production records
Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all health and safety procedures
Support colleagues and share workload to meet daily production targets
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
Practical experience in a factory, warehouse, or trades environment
Comfortable using hand tools and presses with strong attention to detail
Able to read tape measures, drawings, and follow instructions accurately
Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
Basic IT skills to record production data
Desirable:
Experience with eyelet/grommet presses and finishing hardware
Exposure to hot air or HF welding in textile manufacturing
Forklift or pallet truck certification
Familiarity with textile finishing or industrial sewing
Qualifications:
GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English preferred
Manual handling and basic health & safety training (company provided)
Physical Requirements:
Standing, bending, and manual handling of large sheets and rolls (lifting aids provided)
Working safely around presses, heat guns, and welding equipment with PPE
Training & Progression:
Full training on eyeleting, welding basics, and finishing standards
Clear progression routes to Skilled Finishing Operative, Senior Operative, or cross-training into Cutting, Welding, Sewing, or Team Leader roles
Why Apply?
Join a supportive and safety-focused team
Opportunity for permanent employment and career development
Competitive pay and consistent day shifts
Ready to join?
Apply today with Aspired Talent and take the next step in your manufacturing career!
Location: Warrington, WA1