Manufacturing Operative

Manufacturing Operative - Cheltenham

Competitive Salary Full-Time Monday to Friday 08:00-16:00 Temp to Perm

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptionally exciting time to join a company that is growing extremely rapidly and operating at the forefront of a unique and impressive business model. You'll be joining right at the start of this growth journey, with real opportunities to progress as the company expands.

The team is close-knit, supportive, and family-oriented, where everyone's contribution genuinely matters. If you're looking for more than just a job - a role where you can build a long-term career, develop new skills, and be part of something special - this is the opportunity for you.

About the Role

An excellent opportunity exists to join a fast-growing manufacturing team as a Manufacturing Operative based in Cheltenham. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, working from plans, and playing a key part in producing high-quality products.

You will be responsible for measuring, marking, and cutting materials to size on the factory floor, following plans, drawings, and specifications. Your work will prepare materials ready for the sewing machinists to stitch into specialist protective products used to safeguard client assets across a range of industries. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, as your work directly impacts the quality of the final product.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure, mark, and cut materials to size in line with drawings, plans, and specifications
• Prepare materials accurately for sewing machinists and further assembly
• Carry out general manufacturing and warehouse duties including handling, storage, and movement of materials
• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment with guidance and training
• Conduct quality checks on materials to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Follow standard operating procedures and maintain high health & safety standards
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure production targets and deadlines are met

The Ideal Candidate

• Ideally 1-2 years' experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment
• Hands-on, practical mindset with good attention to detail
• Confident handling materials and using basic tools and equipment
• Willingness to learn new skills such as reading drawings and following specifications
• Reliable, hardworking, and focused on producing accurate work
• A proactive team player with clear communication skills

What's In It For You?

• Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00
• Location: Cheltenham, with free on-site parking
• Type: Temp to Perm opportunity
• Training & Development: Structured training with opportunities to operate specialist machinery
• Career Progression: Excellent opportunities to grow and develop as the business expands rapidly
• Team Environment: A supportive, friendly, family-style workplace

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.