General Factory Operative
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 - £12.71 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Newport, TF10 9LH |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Laser Buddy & Packer / Production Operative
Newport, Shropshire
£12.71 per hour
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm | Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm
Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
Are you looking for a hands-on role within a growing engineering and manufacturing environment? Our client, a specialist company based in Newport that produces precision laser-cut products, is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Laser Buddy & Packer / Production Operative to join their production team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, has a keen eye for detail, and would like to build a long-term career within engineering and manufacturing.
The Role
Working alongside experienced Laser Operators, you will be responsible for:
- Assisting with the inspection, finishing and polishing of laser-cut products
- Carrying out quality inspections on precision-engineered components
- Packing finished goods to customer specifications
- Using measuring gauges and inspection equipment to check product quality
- Reading and working from engineering drawings and production instructions
- Recording production information accurately using spreadsheets and production documentation
- Completing quality control records and paperwork
- Using hand tools and finishing equipment
- Supporting goods-in and goods-out activities where required
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
- Supporting the wider production team as required
Full training will be provided, with the opportunity to develop new engineering skills and progress within the business.
What We're Looking For
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
- Reliability and excellent timekeeping
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Self-driven with a strong work ethic
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
- Confidence using spreadsheets and completing production records
- Ability to understand and follow engineering drawings
- Experience using measuring gauges, verniers or other inspection tools would be advantageous
- Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, warehouse or production environments would be beneficial
- A quality-focused mindset with an eye for detail
- Own safety boots preferred
What's On Offer?
✅ £12.71 per hour
✅ Early finish every Friday
✅ Friendly and supportive working environment
✅ On-site kitchen facilities including fridge, microwave and kettle
✅ Opportunity to secure a permanent position after 12 weeks
✅ Training and development within an engineering environment
✅ Overtime opportunities available for successful permanent employees
✅ Long-term career prospects with a growing business
Important Information
Due to the location of the site, candidates will ideally have their own transport or be able to arrange transport to and from work, as public transport links do not directly serve the industrial park.
Apply Today!
Our client is looking for someone who is genuinely interested in developing a career within engineering and manufacturing, rather than a short-term stop-gap role. They are seeking an individual with a positive mindset, a willingness to learn, and the drive to become a valuable member of the team long-term.
If you're hardworking, reliable, quality-focused and eager to develop new skills, we'd love to hear from you.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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