Job Role: Machine Operator
Job Location: Tonypandy, UK
Duration: 6 months of Contract
Time: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Pay: £12.71 per hour (PAYE)
Joining date: As soon as possible.
Hot Air / Hot Knife Welding Operative
Are you hands-on, detail-focused, and keen to learn a specialist manufacturing skill? This is your opportunity to join a growing engineering business producing life-saving equipment used around the globe. Our client is a specialist manufacturer of inflatable rescue, recovery, and survival systems, and they’re looking for a Welding/Machine Operative to join their production team.
- What you’ll be doing: Operating hot air and hot knife welding equipment on technical textiles
- Preparing and aligning materials for precise joining
- Ensuring surfaces are clean, fitted, and ready for welding
- Working from technical drawings and work instructions
- Contributing to the build of high-quality, safety-critical products
Initial Training Phase:
Your first 6–8 weeks will see you working on a key project, stripping down returned shelters ready for service and refurbishment. This is a great way to understand the products, materials, and construction techniques before moving into the welding and assembly side of the role.
- What we’re looking for: Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and interpret basic technical drawings
- Experience in manufacturing/assembly is beneficial (but not essential)
- A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
- What’s in it for you: Full training provided – no prior welding experience required
- Structured onboarding to build your product knowledge from day one
- Opportunity to develop a niche, in-demand skillset
- Work on products that genuinely make a difference and save lives
- Supportive team environment within a growing specialist manufacturer
Note: The role requires candidates who are comfortable with physical work, including handling and lifting large/heavy materials.