Production Operative
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 February 2026 |
| Location: | Stockport |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | F Bamford Engineering Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Production SK 2026 |
Summary
The Company
F. Bamford (Engineering) Ltd, known in the industry as Bamford Doors, specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of custom made, aluminium communal security doors and screens.
Over the past couple of years, the business has expanded in the security door industry.
Due internal promotions, we are looking to recruit an production operatives to operate at our head office manufacturing site.
Location
Stockport Head Office, Located on Whitehill Industrial Estate, SK4 1NT
Key Responsibilities
• Assembly of Frames/doors as part of the assembly teams, installation of glazing, panels components Locks, handles, may include operation of saws, cnc machine.
Additional Responsibilities
• Assisting in ensuring smooth operation of all aspects of production operations.
• Managing restocking of consumable in work areas.
• Managing levels of waste materials in production areas on a daily basis and ensuring correct disposal, including assisting with cleaning machinery and production areas.
• Assisting with management of stock items and built units, including movement of items around facility using manual handling devices, forklift trucks and cranes.
• Assisting with pre shipment inspection including preparing doors for inspection.
Reporting
Role reports to the Production Management Team
Essential criteria
• Be reliable and punctual
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be organised, methodical and proactive with the ability to problem solve
• Be able to think on their feet
• Be healthy and safety conscious
• Be committed to completing work to a high standard with attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions
• Willing and keen to learn
Desirable skills
• Previous engineering, joinery/carpentry, fabrication, UPVC window manufacture
• Previous Forklift truck and overhead gantry crane experience including slinging.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels of the business
• Good organisational skills
• Clean driving license
• IT Skills (to be able to use company business system with initial training)
What to expect
You will be joining a company with a long history an increasing order book with a plan for further development and growth. You will be part of a dynamic team who take pride in the work we produce becoming an essential team member. The company are willing to invest in training and qualification to enhance both yourself and the business needs.
We are committed to equal opportunities employments and diversity.
• Full time role 40 hours per week plus overtime
07.00 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday
07:00- 13:00 Friday
Potential overtime on daily basis and Saturdays ,over time paid at enhanced rate
• Rate of pay £12.21 – 13.85 (over 21 years) £10.00 - £13.85 (under 21 years) per hour depending on experience (pay increase on successful completion of various probationary points)
• Holidays 20 days per annum plus bank holidays, plus additional days dependant on Christmas shut down
• Pension scheme - auto enrolment
• Annual pay reviews
• SSP
• Subject to a 3-month probationary period
Additional
• Uniform provided
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Internal training and development within role
• Scope for progression with business to other areas and departments
F. Bamford (Engineering) Ltd, known in the industry as Bamford Doors, specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of custom made, aluminium communal security doors and screens.
Over the past couple of years, the business has expanded in the security door industry.
Due internal promotions, we are looking to recruit an production operatives to operate at our head office manufacturing site.
Location
Stockport Head Office, Located on Whitehill Industrial Estate, SK4 1NT
Key Responsibilities
• Assembly of Frames/doors as part of the assembly teams, installation of glazing, panels components Locks, handles, may include operation of saws, cnc machine.
Additional Responsibilities
• Assisting in ensuring smooth operation of all aspects of production operations.
• Managing restocking of consumable in work areas.
• Managing levels of waste materials in production areas on a daily basis and ensuring correct disposal, including assisting with cleaning machinery and production areas.
• Assisting with management of stock items and built units, including movement of items around facility using manual handling devices, forklift trucks and cranes.
• Assisting with pre shipment inspection including preparing doors for inspection.
Reporting
Role reports to the Production Management Team
Essential criteria
• Be reliable and punctual
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be organised, methodical and proactive with the ability to problem solve
• Be able to think on their feet
• Be healthy and safety conscious
• Be committed to completing work to a high standard with attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions
• Willing and keen to learn
Desirable skills
• Previous engineering, joinery/carpentry, fabrication, UPVC window manufacture
• Previous Forklift truck and overhead gantry crane experience including slinging.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels of the business
• Good organisational skills
• Clean driving license
• IT Skills (to be able to use company business system with initial training)
What to expect
You will be joining a company with a long history an increasing order book with a plan for further development and growth. You will be part of a dynamic team who take pride in the work we produce becoming an essential team member. The company are willing to invest in training and qualification to enhance both yourself and the business needs.
We are committed to equal opportunities employments and diversity.
• Full time role 40 hours per week plus overtime
07.00 – 16:00 Monday to Thursday
07:00- 13:00 Friday
Potential overtime on daily basis and Saturdays ,over time paid at enhanced rate
• Rate of pay £12.21 – 13.85 (over 21 years) £10.00 - £13.85 (under 21 years) per hour depending on experience (pay increase on successful completion of various probationary points)
• Holidays 20 days per annum plus bank holidays, plus additional days dependant on Christmas shut down
• Pension scheme - auto enrolment
• Annual pay reviews
• SSP
• Subject to a 3-month probationary period
Additional
• Uniform provided
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Internal training and development within role
• Scope for progression with business to other areas and departments
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