Factory Labourer

  • Loughborough
  • Permanent
  • Mon Mar 9 12:44:12 2026
  • 114215

Job Role: Factory Labourer
Location: Shephsed
Hours: Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 16:00
Pay: £12.70 per hour

Benefits

  • Opportunity for permanent employment after 13 weeks.
  • Consistent Monday to Friday working hours.
  • Training provided for machinery and equipment.
  • Supportive team environment.

About the Company

A leading metal fabrication business located in the East midlands that produces medium sheet metal fabrications for the UK and worldwide.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Factory Labourer to support the production team within a busy workshop environment. The successful candidate will assist with general factory duties, material handling, and maintaining a safe and organised workspace while working under the supervision of the Production Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate a Forklift Truck (Counterbalance) to move materials and products safely around the factory.
  • Load and unload delivery vehicles, ensuring materials are handled carefully and stored correctly.
  • Maintain workshop housekeeping, keeping work areas clean, organised, and safe.
  • Assist with moving products using overhead cranes where required.
  • Store finished goods and stock in the correct locations within the warehouse or storage areas.
  • Support the production team with the basic operation of workshop machinery (training will be provided).
  • Follow all health and safety procedures and report any issues to the Production Supervisor.

About You

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced factory or workshop environment.
  • Good understanding of workplace safety and manual handling.
  • FLT licence is preferred but not essential.
  • Willingness to learn and be trained on machinery and equipment.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving materials when required.

Apply

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