Production Operative

Trainee Production Operative
Location: Vetchberry, Witton, Birmingham
Salary: £26,000 per year
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (38.5 hours per week)
Closing Date: 25th of August 2026
Vetchberry Steels is looking for a motivated and reliable Trainee Machine Operative to join our Birmingham site.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career in manufacturing, with full training provided on our cut-to-length steel processing machinery and traverse machine.
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:15pm
Fridays 7:30am-1pm
This role is is based at Vetchberry Steels, Sapcote Trading Centre, Wyrley Rd, Birmingham B6 7BN.
Please check you are able to commute to the site for the shifts before applying.
Key Responsibilities
* Operating and setting cut-to-length machinery or our traverse machine (full training provided)
* Measuring and cutting metal to customer specifications
* Ensuring quality standards are met at all times
* Maintain production records and complete required documentation
* Operate Overhead crane when authorised and in accordance with Company training records
* Loading and unloading coils on a machine line safely
* Driving forklift trucks when authorised and in accordance with Company training records
* Ensure cleanliness of work areas
* Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area
* Reporting quality, damage, shortages and overages
* Maintaining all metal traceability systems
* Recycle metal scrap into correct bins. Recycle any packaging waste into correct bins. Report any damage, shortage and overages to the Operations Manager
* Other warehouse duties as and when required
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
No prior experience is required – we’re looking for the right attitude.
* Willingness to learn and develop new skills
* Good attention to detail
* Reliable and punctual
* Ability to work as part of a team
* A strong work ethic and positive approach
* Desire to progress within a Warehouse/Manufacturing environment
Benefits
Full training and development opportunities
Career progression within a growing business
Stable, long-term employment
Annual Leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + your birthday
Health Cash Plan
Company bonus scheme
Advantageous pension scheme
Learning & Development opportunities
Advanced Family Friendly Policies
Employee high street vouchers & discounts
Employee Assistance Programme
Occupational health & health surveillance
Length of Service Awards
Christmas savings scheme
Eye care vouchers
Cycle to Work Scheme
Wellbeing events
Recognition Portal
Rewards Portal
Company events
Company share schemes
Christmas Closedown
Our Company Values
Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organization’s actions, culture, and decision-making processes. Our values were created by our employees across all departments in the business and with people at all levels, creating authentic values that make sense to us and demonstrate how we like to work with each other. They serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, shaping how our employees interact with one another, customers, and the broader community.
To Apply
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