Factory Operative

Numatic International, best known for the Henry and Hetty Vacuum cleaners alongside cordless solutions through to customisable janitorial systems, is undergoing substantial expansion. Numatic delivers professional, practical, and reliable equipment, designed, engineered, and all made right here in the UK. With sales to over 90 countries worldwide and an enviable new product slate there has never been a better time to join. The role is based in Chard, Somerset which offers a semi-rural lifestyle and access within 20 minutes to stunning coastal shorelines yet has quick links to major towns and cities.

We are looking to recruit additional Operatives to come and work on our busy Henry assembly line. While previous manufacturing experience is a plus, what we value most is your reliability, team spirit, and manual dexterity. If you are an enthusiastic, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, targeted environment and is eager to learn, you’ll fit right in. In return, you can expect a competitive hourly rate £15.48 per hour, comprehensive on-the-job training, and the long-term job security and potential career progression that comes with our recent £60 million investment in world-class facilities—all while working for a company that truly values and looks after its employees.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out effective line feeding operations as instructed by line management.

• Ability to work under pressure; be results driven.

• Ensure high standards of quality and efficiency and highlight concerns, where relevant.

• Carry out set tasks that can achieve key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Robust attention to detail; ability to retain knowledge.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, using own initiative.

• Strong drive and motivation to maintain and improve standards.

• Adhere to Health & Safety practices and procedures.

What we are looking for:

• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment in a similar role.

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team to critical deadlines with multiple production lines or stations working simultaneously.

• Experience of working within a fast paced, high output, high variation production environment with multiple shift patterns.

• Knowledge of standard production and manufacturing techniques.

• Knowledge of use of hand tools and operating machinery.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Desirable:

• Desirable; Demonstrable experience of driving a forklift safely in a busy environment.

• Desirable; Experience in Lean Six sigma techniques and business improvement.

Benefits:

• Paid Holiday 241.25 hours per annum Including Bank Holiday

• 38 hour working week

• Company Pension and life insurance

• Lifestyle: Employee discounts including Dell & Microsoft, gym memberships, retailers, holidays

• Cycle2work Scheme

• Referral Incentive

• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)

• Free Parking

Hours:

This role operates on a weekly alternating shift pattern. From Monday to Thursday, hours are either 06:00–14:00 or 14:00–22:15, with shorter shifts on Fridays (06:00–13:15 or 13:15–19:30).

Salary: £30,588.48 Closing Date: Friday 21st August 2026