Lathe Operative

Job Title: Lathe Operative – Rubber CoveringLocation: Batley, WF17 6LNJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: Competitive, £TBC per hour

About Us:

Reliant Rubber Engineers Ltd is a leading manufacturer specialising in rubber rolls, mouldings, and engineered solutions. We serve various industries including mining, quarrying, material handling, mineral processing, and the food, pharmaceutical, and printing sectors. Our commitment to high-quality products and services is supported by a dedicated team of skilled professionals.

We are now expanding our workshop team and are seeking a Lathe Operative to join us in delivering high-quality rubber covering and related services.

The Role:

As a Rubber Roll Manufacturer / Centre Lathe Operator / Rubber Coverer, you will play a key role in the production of rubber-covered rollers and wheels. You will work as part of a team to carry out the covering, turning, and grinding of rubber rollers, while developing a wide skill set across various workshop tasks.

Key Tasks:

Work with steel and aluminium rolls, as well as steel plates.
Strip old rubber from substrates with centre lathes.
Turn and grind rubber rollers with centre lathes and grinders.
Prepare surfaces and apply bonding agents as necessary.
Perform shotblasting to clean and prepare metal surfaces for bonding or coating processes.
Cut and prepare rubber to meet customer job specifications.
Apply rubber in various formats to different substrates.
Operate and manage vulcanising processes, including both hot and cold bonding.

Required Skills and Experience:

At least 2 years of relevant experience as a manual lathe operator.
Experience working with manual centre lathes is essential.
Full UK Driving License.
Forklift and/or lifting certification (optional but desirable).
A proactive, team-oriented attitude, with the ability to work independently when required.
A flexible and positive approach to working overtime, including weekends if necessary.

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Benefits:

Competitive salary.
20 days annual leave.
Work clothing provided.
Ongoing development and training opportunities.

Why Join Us?

At Reliant Rubber Engineers, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and progress within a growing company