About this role
Production Operative
Location: Vetchberry, Witton, Birmingham
Salary: £26,000 per year
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time (38.5 hours per week)
Closing Date: 25 of August 2026
Vetchberry Steels is looking for a motivated and reliable Trainee Machine Operative to join our Birmingham site.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or build a career in manufacturing, with full training provided on our cut-to-length steel processing machinery and traverse machine.
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:15pm
Fridays 7:30am-1pm
This role is is based at Vetchberry Steels, Sapcote Trading Centre, Wyrley Rd, Birmingham B6 7BN.
Please check you are able to commute to the site for the shifts before applying.
Key Responsibilities
Operating and setting cut-to-length machinery or our traverse machine (full training provided)Measuring and cutting metal to customer specificationsEnsuring quality standards are met at all timesMaintain production records and complete required documentationOperate Overhead crane when authorised and in accordance with Company training recordsLoading and unloading coils on a machine line safelyDriving forklift trucks when authorised and in accordance with Company training recordsEnsure cleanliness of work areasFollow safety protocols and maintain a clean work areaReporting quality, damage, shortages and overagesMaintaining all metal traceability systemsRecycle metal scrap into correct bins. Recycle any packaging waste into correct bins. Report any damage, shortage and overages to the Operations ManagerOther warehouse duties as and when required Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
No prior experience is required – we’re looking for the right attitude.
Willingness to learn and develop new skillsGood attention to detailReliable and punctualAbility to work as part of a teamA strong work ethic and positive approachDesire to progress within a Warehouse/Manufacturing environment Benefits
Full training and development opportunitiesCareer progression within a growing businessStable, long-term employmentAnnual Leave: 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays + your birthdayHealth Cash PlanCompany bonus schemeAdvantageous pension schemeLearning & Development opportunitiesAdvanced Family Friendly PoliciesEmployee high street vouchers & discountsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOccupational health & health surveillanceLength of Service AwardsChristmas savings schemeEye care vouchersCycle to Work SchemeWellbeing eventsRecognition PortalRewards PortalCompany eventsCompany share schemesChristmas Closedown
Our Company Values
Our company values are the fundamental principles that guide our organization’s actions, culture, and decision-making processes. Our values were created by our employees across all departments in the business and with people at all levels, creating authentic values that make sense to us and demonstrate how we like to work with each other. They serve as the foundation for our company’s identity, shaping how our employees interact with one another, customers, and the broader community.
To Apply
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