Our Witton site, also known as Vetchberry Steels, is home to our specialist coil processing operation and features a state-of-the-art slitting and traverse line. We are looking for a Traverse Line Operator to join the team and play a key role in transforming large coils of stainless steel and aluminium into products that meet our customers' exact requirements.

In this hands-on production role, you will be responsible for operating and setting up the traverse line, loading and unloading coils using overhead cranes and forklift trucks, and ensuring products are processed safely, accurately, and efficiently. You'll also carry out quality checks using measuring equipment, record production data, and operate the line's integrated welding system following full training.

Safety is at the heart of everything we do, so you'll be expected to work in line with our Health & Safety standards and 6S principles, helping to maintain a safe, organised, and efficient working environment.

This role would suit someone with experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment who enjoys working with machinery, takes pride in quality, and is keen to develop their skills within a supportive team.

Working Hours

38.5 hours per week

Monday to Thursday: 7:30am to 4:15pm
Friday: 7:30am to 1:00pm

Enjoy an early finish every Friday and a great work-life balance while working with industry-leading equipment and processes.

Responsibilities

Your Main Duties Will Include

Learning to operate our state-of-the-art Traverse Line through a structured training programme.
Assisting with the movement and handling of steel coils and sheet metal products using specialist equipment (full training provided).
Supporting the loading and unloading of materials and finished products within the production area.
Preparing and packaging processed steel products ready for storage or customer dispatch.
Carrying out quality checks and accurately recording production information.
Ensuring products are processed to the correct specification and customer requirements.
Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping in line with our 6S approach.
Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets and customer deadlines are achieved.
Keeping work areas clean, organised, and safe at all times.

Skills

We're looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Previous experience operating traverse lines, overhead cranes, or forklift trucks is not required, as full training will be provided.

Essential skills and experience:

Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment
Comfortable working in a physically demanding role and handling materials safely
A strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions accurately
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team
A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn new skills and processes
Good communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to accurately complete production records and paperwork

Desirable skills and experience:

Experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or production environment
Experience working with steel, metal products, or other industrial materials
Knowledge of quality inspection processes and measuring equipment
Overhead crane or forklift truck experience (training can be provided)

What we're really looking for:

We're interested in candidates who are reliable, safety-conscious, and eager to develop their skills. If you have experience in production, warehousing, manufacturing, assembly, machine operation, or other hands-on environments, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

Your benefits with us

Annual Leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Health Cash Plan
Company bonus scheme
Advantageous pension scheme
Learning & Development opportunities
Advanced Family Friendly Policies
Discounts portal
Employee Assistance Programme
Length of Service Awards
Christmas savings scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company events
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.

Let's take a look at each of our four company values and what they mean to us.