Workshop Operator
Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
Starting on £27k, £29k after 3 months, £30,250 after 12 months – Subject to performance reviews.
Full Time
Applications: 49
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Workshop Operator to join a well-established company!
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Starting on £27k, £29k after 3 months, £30,250 after 12 months – Subject to performance reviews.
Location: Middlesbrough TS6.
About The Company:
They are one of the UK’s leading brands of high-performance hinged steel door sets, offering a broad range of products designed to meet the most demanding operating environments. For 20 years, they have developed market-leading products and standing behind our quality promise.
About The Role:
The Operator plays a key role in the manufacturing of Metador’s high quality steel doors and security products. This position involves manual handling, operating hand and power tools, and working in a fast-paced production environment to ensure products meet Metador’s standards for quality, accuracy, and safety.
Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance
• Work in compliance with all Metador health & safety policies and procedures.
• Use PPE correctly at all times and report any defects or hazards immediately.
• Ensure tools and equipment are used safely and maintained in good working order.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Identify quality issues and take corrective action where possible.
• Contribute to improving production processes and reducing waste.
• Follow standard operating procedures consistently.
Production & Assembly
• Operate a range of hand and power tools, including drills, rivet guns, angle grinders, impact drivers, and other workshop equipment.
• Assemble, prepare, and finish components for doors and frames according to technical drawings and work instructions.
• Carry out cutting, grinding, drilling, fixing, and fitting tasks as required.
• Ensure all products meet quality checks before moving to the next stage of production.
Manual Handling & Physical Work
• Perform regular manual handling tasks, including lifting, carrying, and positioning metal components and finished products.
• Use safe handling techniques and lifting aids where appropriate.
• Maintain physical fitness and stamina to undertake repetitive physical duties.
Teamwork & Communication
• Work collaboratively with colleagues on the production line.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding workload, delays, or issues.
• Support other areas of production when required.
Results/Measurables
• Quality of work
• Doors produced
Competencies and Personal Attributes
• Ability to lift and carry materials routinely (within safe limits).
• Capable of standing for long periods and performing repetitive physical tasks.
• Good general fitness to perform manual work safely.
Qualifications
Essential
• Experience using hand and power tools such as drills, rivet guns, and angle grinders.
• Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and repeatedly.
• Good practical and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to production timelines.
• Reliability, good work ethic, and a positive attitude.
Desirable
• Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly.
• Understanding of health & safety in a workshop or factory environment.
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
Salary Information
Starting on £27k, £29k after 3 months, £30,250 after 12 months – Subject to performance reviews.
Additional Information
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
| ID: | RHL-5751 | |
| Category: | Manufacturing | |
| Location: | Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire | |
| Job Type: | Full Time | |
| Salary Paid: | Per Annum | |
| Consultant: | Recruitment Manager | |
| Added On: | 12-03-2026 | |
| Closing Date: |
