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Workshop Operative

Knutsford Full-Time 13 £ / hour No home office possible

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Role: Workshop Operative

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Location: Knutsford, Parkgate Industrial Estate

Working Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am till 5pm. 40 hours per week

We are looking for a Workshop Operative to join our manufacturing team in Knutsford. This is an exciting time to join the fastest growing and most successful family-owned valve manufacturer in the UK.

About Us

With over 45 years of valve technology innovations, Oliver Valves is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of high-quality valves and valve systems, serving industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, and other critical sectors. We have won recognised awards for Export, Manufacturing and Growth – as well as the coveted Queens Award and more recently Kings Award for Industry. We’re a profitable, privately owned, and fast-moving company looking for talented individuals to join our team and deliver our strategic objectives.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Assemble and perform functional testing on valves manufactured from machined components.

* Contribute to wider workshop activities, including packing, dispatch operations, and NDT processes.

* Deliver work efficiently to consistently meet production targets and deadlines.

* Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and organisation within the workspace.

What You’ll Bring

* Previous fitting and assembly experience is desirable but full training will be provided.

* Reliability and a detail-oriented approach.

* Be a pro-active team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

* Have good numeracy, literacy and communication skills.

What’s On Offer?

* A competitive starting hourly rate of £12.94

* Premium rate overtime opportunities.

* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support.

* A company pension scheme to help you plan for the future.

* Medical cash plan benefits, covering essential healthcare costs such as dental treatment, check-ups, optical care, physiotherapy, and more.

* Training opportunities to support your career development. xiskglj

* Long service awards, recognising your continued commitment.

* Increased annual leave based on length of service

Workshop Operative employer: Oliver Valves Ltd

Oliver Valves is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture in Knutsford. With a strong commitment to employee development through comprehensive training and clear career progression opportunities, we prioritise our team's growth and well-being. Our competitive benefits package, including a generous holiday allowance and pension contributions, alongside our dedication to community engagement, makes us a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.