Process Operator (4on 4off)

Exciting Opportunity: Process Operator Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer…

Pay rate £17.02/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 17 September 2026

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Exciting Opportunity: Process Operator

Are you ready to join an industry-leading company that stands at the forefront of innovation, quality, and efficiency? With over 90 years of experience, this company is a pioneer in providing high-strength, lightweight, and fatigue-resistant products made from the world's most advanced composite materials. They are currently seeking a dedicated **Process Operator** to become an integral part of their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on projects that make a real difference, in an environment that fosters growth, learning, and excellence.

What You Will Do:

- Handle raw materials, ensuring their proper delivery and setup for work streams.

- Accurately place cut material shapes into various tools including preform, moulding vac form, composite, and steel tooling.

- Safely load tools, laminates, and preforms into compression presses, ovens, or autoclaves.

- Carry out finishing and assembly of composite components.

- Manage the packing and labelling of finished products.

- Perform lay-up of composite materials and operate presses.

- Accurately record production data as required.

What You Will Bring:

- A keen eye for detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

- Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.

- Strong organizational skills and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Experience in a manufacturing or production setting, particularly within the composites or defence industries, is highly desirable.

- A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new skills.

Company Contribution & Industry Information:

This role is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company that is not just a leader in the defence sector but also a pioneer in commercial composites, serving industries such as medical, transport, aerospace, and energy. The **Process Operator** will play a crucial role in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence, delivering products that are up to 50% lighter than equivalent steel products while meeting the specific requirements of customers across various sectors.

Location:

This position is based at the company's state-of-the-art facility in Coventry, renowned for its cutting-edge armour design and military vehicle integration capabilities.

Join Us:

If you're passionate about making a tangible impact and ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and making a difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow with a company that is shaping the future of the industry.

Apply now to become the next Process Operator and embark on a rewarding career journey!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

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