Fibreglass Laminator/trimmer Trainee
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
EXEL GRP LTD is a small business in Nottingham. We are professional, agile, and innovative and our goal is to Grow to be one of the leading companies in the composite industry.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- flexible holiday times
Job description
Due to company expansion, we are seeking to recruit experienced GRP laminators or trainees for our Nottingham-based manufacturing company. Location- Nottingham (Bulwell). Days- Monday- Friday.For evening shift hours 2pm-10.pm. O.T and weekends available.Rate from 10.50£ Up to £15.00 (depending on skills and experience) per hour + Shift Allowance. O.T. (rate 1.5)+Peformance Bonuses and weekend work are available.
Standard rate for experience laminator is £12.50 overtime rate is £18.75.
Candidates with fibtreglass hand laminating, chop gun machine, painting, and basic carpentry experience will be prioritise. Simple flat panels laminating for entry level laminator but with reasonable speed.
The candidate will be friendly, reliable, and trustworthy with a positive ‘Can Do’ attitude.
Successful applicants will be:
Conscious of Health and Safety policies.
Have skills to work with (or willing to learn fast):
Hand Lay-up using different weight chopped strand matt. Flat panels.
Using Polyester resins.
Use of various woodworking tools. Type measure, utility knife, chop saw table saw, angle grainder.
Proactive able to demonstrate good use of initiative and be ready to work fast.
Willing to learn and develop. An excellent communicator with great interpersonal skills when interacting with colleagues, and managers.
Work well to targets and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Exel GRP LTD is a well-established manufacturing company. If you have production experience this is beneficial and if you have an interest or working expertise in Laminating, this is a great opportunity. The work will involve using fiberglass and resins to produce various items. Trim moulded components to pre-finished dimensions using hand/electric tools. Packaging ready-made parts.
A good eye for detail and working methodically are essential. For more information please massage through indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract
Salary: £11.00-£22.50 per hour for successful candidates.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Evening shift 14.00-22.00
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
Application question(s):
- Thank you for applying to the Fibreglass Laminator/Trainee position at EXEL GRP LTD.
1) Could you please provide more information regarding your experience and why you
think you’d be a good fit for this position?
2) How much would you like to earn?
3) How much do you earn from your current work ( or last job )?
4) What machinery or equipment do you have experience with?
5) Do you see yourself in this role in five years?
6) Are you a team player?
7) What do you know about the role of a fiberglass laminator?
8) Do you take pride in your work?
9) How are you with working under pressure and working to strict deadlines?
10) Do you have any known reactions to chemicals?
Please bear in mind, the applicant MUST answer ALL the questions or your application will not be considered.
Best regards Exel GRP LTD.
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift
- Night shift (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 40 per week
Salary: £22,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance bonus
- Tips
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Nottingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Painting or hand on: 1 year (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Fibreglass Laminator Trainee
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Fibreglass Laminator/trimmer Trainee roles across EXEL GRP LTD's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,000 - £34,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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