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Please note that candidates must have the right to work in the UK without requiring future visa sponsorship. Unfortunately, our company does not provide visa support. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Join Clayton Glass – Where Your Experience Makes a Difference
“We’re proud to be British owned and a British manufacturer driven by nearly 70 years of history. Join us at an exciting stage in our journey at our Swindon manufacturing site, now firmly established and continuing to grow. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, supportive team, working with some of the newest, state-of-the-art machinery in the industry. We foster a family-oriented culture and a positive mindset that motivates us all to succeed. We own our decisions, our mistakes, and the journeys they take us on. Welcome to Clayton Glass – one company, seven sites.”
The Role: Manufacturing Operative
As a Manufacturing Operative at Clayton Glass, you won’t just be part of the production line — you’ll play a key role in keeping it running effectively. With your experience and insight, you’ll contribute to the continued success of our Swindon site and support high standards across our operations.
This is more than a job — it’s a chance to take pride in your craft, be recognised for your expertise, and make a real impact. You’ll operate and oversee our advanced, top-spec machinery, maintain high quality standards, and support the development of newer team members. Your ability to troubleshoot production issues and think ahead will make you a valuable part of our production team.
You’ll also be involved in continuous improvement initiatives, helping refine processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Your ideas will be welcomed, and your contributions recognised.
At Clayton Glass, we actively support experienced professionals and create opportunities for development and progression. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your technical skills or broaden your responsibilities, we’ll support you along the way.
Key Responsibilities
- Standards & Performance: Maintain high standards of safety, quality, and productivity on the shop floor
- Operate Machinery: Run and oversee machines used in cutting, shaping, and processing glass, ensuring optimal performance
- Glass Handling & Assembly: Safely load/unload glass and assist in assembling high-specification IGUs and other products
- Quality Assurance: Conduct quality checks and support root cause analysis for defects or process issues
- Team Support: Assist with onboarding and training of new operatives, sharing knowledge and best practices
- Problem Solving: Identify and escalate production issues, contributing to solutions that improve efficiency and reduce waste
- Health & Safety: Follow and promote safe working practices, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols
Skills, Experience & Attributes
· Ideally, you'll have experience working in a manufacturing or production environment and be familiar with quality and safety procedures. However, we welcome applications from individuals with relevant transferable skills and a willingness to learn.
· An understanding of production processes would be advantageous, particularly regarding quality control and continuous improvement.
· Experience operating machinery and handling materials safely would be beneficial, although training can be provided to the right candidate.
· Experience using measuring tools, working accurately to specification, and following technical instructions or drawings would be advantageous.
· A proactive, reliable, and detail-focused approach, with a strong commitment to getting things right first time.
· Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside colleagues across different departments.
· Able to carry out the physical requirements of the role, including manual handling and periods of standing.
Additional Skills & Qualifications (A Bonus, Not Essential)
While not required, the following skills, qualifications, or experience would be advantageous and may help you settle into the role more quickly:
· IT literate, with confidence using production software and digital tracking systems.
· Awareness of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles, or an interest in continuous improvement methodologies.
· Counterbalance FLT licence preferred.
· Additional FLT licences (e.g. Reach Truck or Pivot Steer) would be advantageous.
· Full UK driving licence.
· First Aid certification.
Staff Benefits
· Generous annual leave allowance, in addition to bank holidays
- Company pension scheme – 5% employee contribution with 3% employer contribution
- HSF OptiLife Core Health Plan, providing cashback on everyday healthcare including:
- Dental treatment
- Optical care, including eye tests, prescription glasses and frames
- Hearing tests
- Mental health support
- Physiotherapy and other practitioner services
- Specialist consultations and investigations
- 24/7 GP advice line, virtual GP and counselling support via HSF Assist
- Perkbox membership, giving access to discounts on gyms, retail, entertainment, travel and lifestyle perks
- Discounted Clayton Glass products
- Employee referral programme
- Free on-site parking
- Bereavement leave
- Health & wellbeing support
Additional Information
Location: Clayton Glass, Blackworth Industrial Estate, Highworth, Swindon, SN6 7NA
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, rotating shifts:
- Typical pattern (weekly rotation):
- Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00
- Week 2: 14:00 – 22:00
Please note: for a short interim period, shifts will operate on a 06:00 – 14:00 and 10:00 – 18:00 rotation.
Hourly Rate: £14.03 per hour (inclusive of any applicable shift allowance)
Full-time, permanent role, subject to a 3‑month probationary period
If you're ready to be part of a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities to grow, apply now to join Clayton Glass, where the difference is clear!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.03 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Swindon SN6 7NA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- We’re keen to grow our team and offer individuals the peace of mind that comes with a stable salary and long-term employment. With that in mind, could you please let us know your current notice period?
Experience:
- manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
