Precision Rolling & Slitting Operator

Posting date:	02 February 2026
Salary:	£14 to £16 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 March 2026
Location:	B98 0AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Workforce Recruitment and Training
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000538015-65507

Summary

Precision Rolling & Slitting Operator

Location: Redditch
Pay Rate: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:

• Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30

  
  

• Friday: 08:00 – 15:00

  
  

  Overtime: Flexible overtime available after 16:30 or Saturday mornings

  Role Overview

  We are working with a specialist manufacturing company in Redditch, seeking a Precision Rolling & Slitting Operator to join their production team.

  This hands-on role is ideal for candidates who enjoy working with tight-tolerance metal products, operating rolling mills, bonding, and slitting machines. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality output, maintain machinery efficiently, and contribute to a safe, productive environment.

  Full training is provided, making this role perfect for those looking to develop long-term expertise in a niche industry.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate rolling mills and bonding machines to precise tolerances

    
    

  • Operate slitting (shearing) machines for accurate metal strips

    
    

  • Measure and calculate lengths and quantities of strips using Excel and mental arithmetic

    
    

  • Support other production activities across the factory as required

    
    

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace

    
    

  • Follow all health & safety procedures

    
    

    Candidate Requirements

    Essential:

    • Calm, patient, and detail-oriented

      
      

    • Strong mechanical awareness (tested in interview)

      
      

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/SAP experience is a bonus

      
      

    • Willing to learn multiple machines and processes

      
      

    • Commitment to a long-term role (training lasts 6–12 months)

      
      

      Desirable:

      • Experience in metal manufacturing, rolling, or slitting

        
        

      • Forklift license or full clean driving license

        
        

      • Previous apprenticeship or formal mechanical qualification

        
        

        What’s On Offer

        • £14.00 – £16.00 per hour

          
          

        • Permanent role with career progression opportunities

          
          

        • Early finish every Friday

          
          

        • Full training provided

          
          

        • Hands-on work with precision rolling and slitting machinery

          
          

        • Flexible overtime available (after 16:30 or Saturday mornings)

          
          

        • Long-term career opportunity in a specialist manufacturing environment

          
          

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