Fettling Operative

Fettling Operative
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Pay Rate: £12.96 – £14.72 per hour + shift allowance
Shifts: Rotating Days & Backs (with occasional nights)

Central Employment are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established company within the steel manufacturing sector, for a Fettling Operative to join their production team.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with experience in heavy manufacturing or fabrication environments, with a strong focus on quality and finishing standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Following part set-up sheets and customer work schedules
• Using hand tools such as grinders and burning equipment to dress and finish heavy-duty steel components
• Completing daily operation checks, TPM (Total Preventative/Production Maintenance) and pre-operation check sheets
• Working from engineering drawings to complete tasks accurately
• Inspecting parts to ensure quality standards are met, including completing first-off checks
• Ensuring all equipment is maintained and in a safe working condition
• Carrying out other ad hoc duties as requested by your line manager (within the scope of your skills and capabilities)

Experience & Skills Required:

• Previous experience within a steel, fabrication or heavy manufacturing environment is desirable
• Experience using grinders, burning gear or similar fettling equipment
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings is beneficial
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality finishing standards
• Good understanding of health & safety within an industrial setting
• Reliable and able to work effectively as part of a team

Shift Pattern:

• Rotating shifts:
  • Days: 6:00am – 2:15pm (Monday to Thursday), 6:00am – 12:45pm (Friday)
  • Backs: 2:15pm – 10:30pm (Monday to Thursday), 12:45pm – 7:00pm (Friday)

Full flexibility around shift patterns is essential. Night shifts may be required on an as-and-when-needed basis to support business demands.

Rates, Overtime & Benefits:

• £12.96 – £14.72 per hour (depending on experience)
• Back Shift: 15% uplift on basic hourly rate
• Night Shift: 25% uplift on basic hourly rate

Overtime Rates:

• Monday to Friday:
  • First additional hour worked each day: basic hourly rate
  • Thereafter: x1.5
• Saturday:
  • x1.5 for all hours worked
• Sunday:
  • x2 for all hours worked

The business operates a clear graded pay structure, enabling employees to increase their earnings as their skills, experience and level of responsibility develop, supporting long-term progression within the company.

What’s on Offer:

• Long-term, stable employment within the steel and heavy fabrication sector
• Clear progression routes supported by graded pay increases
• Overtime opportunities with enhanced rates
• Working in a modern, safety-focused steel manufacturing environment

Additional Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test prior to starting