Job Title: Factory Operative Location: Chard Hourly rate: £12.24 per hour (time and a half paid on Fridays) Work Type: Temporary to permanent Working hours: Monday-Thursday / 6:45am-5:00pm Fridays / 8am-5:00pm(Weekend work & Night shifts available) HRGO Recruitment are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Factory Operative to join our clients exceptionally large sand-casting foundry based in Chard. The successful candidate will be working across 3 different production lines, casting, core making melting and finishing materials. This working environment is hot, can become dirty and requires heavy lifting. General Duties: Prepare molds and core boxes for the sand-casting process. Assemble, disassemble, and control mold patterns. Operate furnaces and pour molten metal into molds with precision. Inspect finished products for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards. Maintain and repair casting equipment and fixtures as needed. Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment. Collaborate with team members to achieve production targets and deadlines.Requirements: Ability to operate and control melting furnaces safely. Attention to detail and commitment to quality. Familiarity with safety regulations and practices in a foundry environment. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently. Good communication skills for working effectively within a team. Physical stamina and ability to work in hot and physically demanding conditions.To note: Weekly pay for first 12 weeks Time and a half paid on Fridays Training and progression opportunities provided Parking on siteIf you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'APPLY NOW' and a consultant will be in contact