General Production Operative

4 days ago


Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, United Kingdom Gap Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year
Job Description

We are looking for a uPVC Windows Fabricator to join our busy manufacturing plant in Blackburn. You will be an integral part of the manufacturing team, encompassing CNC machining, sawing, welding and beading processes to ensure our daily production schedule is achieved to the standards expected by our customers.

Skills and experience required for the role;

  • Experience with a Double head mitre saw
  • CNC Machining Centre: Automated version of a Double Head, preferred skill set.
  • Frame Preparation: Drain Slot, lock routing, handle preparation.
  • Inline Welder, manual operation of joining pieces. Look for number of heads as experience, i.e. 3 head & 4 head are preferable.
  • Quad Welder, Automated 4 Head welder, CNC driven
  • 6 or 8 head horizontal welder, CNC driven, any experience of loading, programming etc.
  • Window Hanging: Ability to add hinges and handles to sash and then hang them onto an outerframe, anything around that discipline is desirable.
  • Glazing experience in a factory based environment
  • Bead Saw, both manual and CNC driven

Why Choose GAP?

Established in 1993, GAP has grown into one of the UK's largest manufacturers and distributors of PVC-U building products. As one of our employees you will be part of a growing organisation that is constantly looking for new ways to expand and develop our systems, processes and most importantly, our staff. Benefits include:

  • Competitive hourly rate (plus shift allowance).
  • Auto enrolment pension scheme.
  • Childcare vouchers.
  • Discounted gym membership (T&C's apply).
  • 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
  • Free on-site car parking.
  • A Personal Development Plan for all employees after 3 months service.
  • Excellent career progression plans.
  • Easily accessible by commuters.

If you think you have the necessary skills, experience and personal qualities to join us at GAP and help us take the next step in our expansion, please don't hesitate in sending your CV for immediate consideration.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.



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