General metal working operative (GLMID)

Overview

Reference
GLMID

Salary
£13.74 - £13.74/hour + Overtime

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- North West England -- Greater Manchester -- Middleton

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
02 September 2026


Metal Working  Manufacturing

Location: Middleton, Manchester
Pay Rate: £13.74 per hour
Hours: 38–44 hours per week
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 38 hours
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 7:40am – 4:30pm
Friday: 7:40am – 12:20pm

Plenty of overtime is available.

 Job Description

Bamford Contract Services are recruiting for a reliable and hardworking Metal Working Operative with a proven track record in working within a manufacturing enviroment to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Middleton, Manchester 

Our client operates a modern manufacturing facility specialising in high-quality, high-volume precision sheet metal fabrication. Their services include CNC punching, laser cutting, bending, forming, welding, powder coating, painting, machining, fabrication and assembly.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a long-term permanent position within a professional manufacturing environment, with regular overtime available.

Required Expereience and Key Responsibilities

  • Carrying out general labouring duties within a busy manufacturing environment
  • Using hand tooy and effectively
  • Deburring and finishing metal components
  • Assisting engineers and production staff
  • Moving and handling materials
  • Supporting fabrication and assembly operations
  • Loading, unloading and moving materials around the site
  • Operating a counterbalance FLT where required
  • Maintaining a clean and organised working area
  • Following all company health and safety procedures
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or industrial enviroment
  • Experience using hand tools
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking
  • Good attention to detail
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team
  • Willing to undertake overtime when required

Desirable but not essential:

  • Counterbalance FLT experience/licence

What We Offer

  • Permanent, full-time position
  • £13.74 per hour
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x after 38 hours
  • Plenty of overtime available
  • Stable, long-term employment
  • Opportunity to develop within a busy manufacturing environment

Apply Now

If you are an experienced operator with manufacturing or industrial experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity in Middleton, Manchester, Bamford Contract Services would like to hear from you.

Please apply online for this  position.

Please note: If you have not heard from us within 7 days of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.


Contact information

Andrew Guthrie