Manufacturing Workshop Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Us
i2i Pipelines is a sensor technology company, simplifying and reinventing oil, gas and utility pipeline inspection by integrating smart sensors with simple pig design. Based at our head office in Manchester, our tools are manufactured inhouse and distributed globally.
Job Summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Workshop Operator to join our manufacturing department in Manchester
The successful applicant will have experience of following Technical Drawings, Bills of Materials and skilled using a wide range of tools to assist in the Manufacture and Assembly of our Pipeline Inspection tools for global distribution.
Part of the role will involve mixing polyurethane resins and foam, setting up moulds and pouring to a required finish. Any experience in anything similar to this is desirable and should be highlighted.
Another part of the role is working with composite materials including carbon and glass fibre, preparing moulds and applying material around our sensor technology.
Responsibilities
- Following BOM and Technical drawings, manufacturing sub components, and assembling as a finished inspection tool. Materials used include Composite, Polyurethane, Foam, Sensors, Metalwork, Generic Fixings and Assemblies, all built on a custom electronics system housed in a Pressure Housing (Electronics provided by our inhouse electronics team, NO electronics experience required)
- Have a broad understanding and experience of hand and power tools, their safe and correct operation (Pillar Drills, Sanders, Saws, Sand Blasting, wrenches, impact guns)
- Working under your own initiative to complete projects as required, liaising directly with colleagues in other departments either to get the components required, or to pass on finished items for testing.
- Use initiative and knowledge to develop and improve processes/efficiencies/quality, recommend improvements and give feedback on ease of assembly/improvements required.
- Keep all department equipment maintained, ensuring area is kept clean and tidy.
- Be responsible for the wellbeing and health & safety of both yourself and fellow workers.
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy levels.
- Willing to be involved in improvement activities.
- Comfortable communicating with people at all levels and have a positive approach to challenging situations.
- Ability to follow within set guidelines procedures and to follow work instructions / manuals.
- Strong experience with Technical Drawings/BOM and hands on assembly experience
What we can offer
We have just relocated to Salford, M5 3LW and you must already live in the local Manchester area.
Job Type: Full-time, Mon - Fri
40 hours per week (8 hours per day, 8:30am start until 5:30pm finish, 1 hour lunch).
Salary - starting from £24,000 depending on experience, please let us know your expectations
24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Private Medical (after Probation)
No Agencies - thank you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Manchester, Greater Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have any experience working with composites? Quick description or put detail in covering letter/email.
- Do you have any experience working with polyurethane, mixing/pouring materials, curing and demoulding? Quick description or put detail in covering letter/email.
Work Location: In person
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 Manufacturing Workshop Operator roles across i2i Pipelines 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 £24,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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