General Operative – Day Shift
Tricel Weston, Winterstoke Road, Weston-super-Mare
Full-time | Monday to Friday, 2:30pm - 11pm *Approximately first 12 weeks, working hours will be 07:30-4:00pm Monday - Friday)
£13.39 + 18.5% shift premium
Are you hands-on, reliable, and looking to grow your career in manufacturing?
At Tricel Weston, we’re looking for a motivated General Operative to join our busy production team. This is a fantastic opportunity, offering full-time, permanent work with great benefits and a supportive team environment.
Whether you’ve worked in manufacturing before or looking for a change of career, we’d love to hear from you!
What you'll be doing:
As a General Operative, you’ll play a key role in the production of fibreglass products Your tasks will vary day-to-day and include:
- Operating factory machinery and assembly equipment
- Working with fibreglass, foam, gelcoats, resins, and moulds
- Laying up glass matting and resin by hand
- Measuring and cutting insulation and steelwork
- Setting up and preparing moulds for production
- Following basic technical drawings for product assembly and fitting
- Using hand tools and spray equipment with precision
- Marking, drilling, and assembling components as per design specifications
- Assisting with goods preparation, loading, and packing
- Stock movement and inventory checks
- Supporting the Quality team to ensure all products meet high standards
- Liaising with the Stores and Planning teams to maintain workflow
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment
- Reporting faults or safety concerns promptly
- Participating in general housekeeping and workplace maintenance
What we're looking for:
· Ideally some experience in a factory, warehouse or hands-on role
· Comfortable using hand tools or machinery (training provided)
· Good attention to detail and able to follow instructions
· A positive, reliable, and team-oriented attitude
· Strong timekeeping and a willingness to learn new skills
· Forklift licence is a plus (but not required)
What we offer:
Pay & Hours
- £12.80 per hour to start, rising to £13.39 after 6 months (performance-based)
- 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm
- Weekly pay
Holidays & Benefits
- 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Christmas shutdown
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Mental health first aiders on-site
Development & Culture
- Full training and onboarding
- Opportunities to grow and progress within the business
- A collaborative, supportive, and friendly team culture
- Company events and recognition schemes
- A business that values your contribution and work-life balance
About Tricel
Tricel is a family-run company founded in 1973. What began as a small GRP (glass-reinforced plastic) business has grown into an international group with over 600 employees across 15 companies in Europe. We serve over 50 countries in the manufacturing, construction, and environmental industries.
At Tricel, we focus on customer excellence, innovation, and sustainability, and we’re proud to offer long-term opportunities to grow with us.
Ready to apply?
If you're looking for secure, long-term work in a company that values hard work, teamwork, and career progression — apply today and become part of the Tricel team.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.39 per hour
Work Location: In person