JOB OVERVIEW / Midland Structures Ltd are seeking a Production Operative to join our growing team. Commutable to Brierley Hill, you will have hands-on experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment and will be able to confidently operate lifting equipment including fork lift trucks, side loaders and overhead cranes. In addition, you must also have some basic knowledge of steelwork and fabrication and be willing to develop this knowledge further. In return, you will become an integral part of the Midland Structures team; committed to offering the very best quality of work and service to all of our highly valued customers. JOB TITLE / Production Operative LOCATION / Brierley Hill, DY5 JOB TYPE / Full-time, permanent RATE / £12.50 - £16.00 (subject to experience & shift pattern) AFTERNOON & NIGHT shifts available: AFTERS: Mon - Thurs, 14:00 - 22:30 & Fri, 13:00 - 19:00 NIGHTS: Mon - Thus, 20:00 - 06:00 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / Take instructions from supervisors, management & other production staff to offer support. Assist in unloading & loading materials for incoming & outgoing deliveries. Relocate materials to different areas of the shopfloor ready for processing. Safely operate fork lift trucks, side loaders & overhead cranes. When required, assist in the operation of processing machinery (e.g. bandsaw, shot blaster, drill, etc. - training will be provided to ensure safe & competent operation). Assist in the loading & unloading of steel to & from welding trestles & painting trestles. Use hand tools to assist with linishing & fettling of blanks in preparation for fabrication. Complete routine safety checks on equipment & help identify any maintenance needs. Adhere to all health & safety & company standards at all times. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE / Previous engineering or manufacturing experience (preferably with structural steelwork). Current or previous holder of licences for lifting equipment (fork lift, overhead crane etc.). Basic knowledge & understanding of steelwork & fabrication environments. Experience & knowledge of processing equipment (further training will be provided). “Can-do” attitude towards instructions given by supervisors or management. Willing to work flexible hours during busy periods. Ability to work under pressure & meet strict deadlines. Able to work alone as well as within a team. Safety conscious. BENEFITS / In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following benefits to all employees. Life Insurance Health cash plan Wellbeing support Health screening Employee Assistance Programme Long-term sickness cover Peoples Pension (state scheme) 28 days holiday (including statutory holidays) On-site parking Certain benefits are only available following successful completion of a probation period. THE COMPANY / Midland Structures Ltd is a well-established Structural Steelwork Contractor based in the West Midlands. We offer a coordinated design, manufacture, and installation solution for all types of steel structures. Through investment and innovation, we have developed a supply chain capable of accommodating our customer’s requirements with projects ranging from 1 tonne up to 1000 tonnes. With the latest software and machinery, we are able to process in excess of 150 tonnes of steelwork per week. Our 70,000 sq. ft. factory is equipped with two cut and drill lines, submerged arc welding, in house shot blasting, plasma cutting, robotic coping, off site assembly and a dedicated intumescent paint facility. Our Cutting-Edge facility reliably gives customers steelwork delivered on time and within budget allowing us to focus on building relationships within the industry