An excellent opportunity for an experienced Workshop Operator to join a well-established company!
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Starting on £27k, £29k after 3 months, £30,250 after 12 months – Subject to performance reviews.
Location: Middlesbrough TS6.
About The Company:
They are one of the UK’s leading brands of high-performance hinged steel door sets, offering a broad range of products designed to meet the most demanding operating environments. For 20 years, they have developed market-leading products and standing behind our quality promise.
About The Role:
The Operator plays a key role in the manufacturing of Metador’s high‑quality steel doors and security products. This position involves manual handling, operating hand and power tools, and working in a fast-paced production environment to ensure products meet Metador’s standards for quality, accuracy, and safety.
Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance
* Work in compliance with all Metador health & safety policies and procedures.
* Use PPE correctly at all times and report any defects or hazards immediately.
* Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and maintained in good working order.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
* Identify quality issues and take corrective action where possible.
* Contribute to improving production processes and reducing waste.
* Follow standard operating procedures consistently.
Production & Assembly
* Operate a range of hand and power tools, including drills, rivet guns, angle grinders, impact drivers, and other workshop equipment.
* Assemble, prepare, and finish components for doors and frames according to technical drawings and work instructions.
* Carry out cutting, grinding, drilling, fixing, and fitting tasks as required.
* Ensure all products meet quality checks before moving to the next stage of production.
Manual Handling & Physical Work
* Perform regular manual handling tasks, including lifting, carrying, and positioning metal components and finished products.
* Use safe handling techniques and lifting aids where appropriate.
* Maintain physical fitness and stamina to undertake repetitive physical duties.
Teamwork & Communication
* Work collaboratively with colleagues on the production line.
* Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding workload, delays, or issues.
* Support other areas of production when required.
Results/Measurables
* Quality of work
* Doors produced
Competencies and Personal Attributes
* Ability to lift and carry materials routinely (within safe limits).
* Capable of standing for long periods and performing repetitive physical tasks.
* Good general fitness to perform manual work safely.
Qualifications
Essential
* Experience using hand and power tools such as drills, rivet guns, and angle grinders.
* Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and repeatedly.
* Good practical and mechanical aptitude.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to follow instructions and work to production timelines.
* Reliability, good work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Desirable
* Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly.
* Understanding of health & safety in a workshop or factory environment.
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need