Cutting Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Cutting Operative
Based in Huncoat
Working Hours:
Monday - Thursday, 7.00am - 4.00pm, Friday, 7.00am - 12.45pm. 37.5 hours per week.
We are currently looking to recruit a hardworking, conscientious Cutting Operative to work as part of a team to carry out all aspects of cutting of fabrics and materials ready to be transferred over to the Production team.
Key Responsibilities
· Operation of cutting machines and laminator involving running and loading of the machines.
· Reading work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.
· Calculating meterage required for individual orders with good numerical skills.
· Examining fabric prior to process and checking completed work pieces for defects, such as marred surfaces.
· General maintenance of the cutting machines.
Complying with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation and site policies.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
· Previous experience of working as a machine operative would be beneficial
· Good attention to detail / high level of accuracy
· Good IT and numeracy skills
· Reliable and conscientious with a flexible attitude to work
· Previous fabric/textile awareness
· Ability to work as part of a team
· Physically demanding role as manual handling of fabric rolls will be required
If you’re interested in finding out more about the role and The Senator Group, please apply now.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
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 Cutting Operative roles across The Senator Group'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 £21,035 - £30,711 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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