Manufacturing Operative – Cutting

Company: Ipeco Holdings Limited
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Job Description:

OVERALL PURPOSE:

To work within the Cutting Department, cutting leather, fabric and Velcro attachments and preparing cut parts for machining.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • To hand cut parts into complete kits referencing drawings, templates, work instructions and / or samples,
  • To cut parts using fabric or leather CNC machines, selecting programs, drawings, templates and / or samples,
  • To digitize and produce programs from templates,
  • To cut and bond velcro in position as per drawings, templates and / or samples,
  • To attach / fit D.DOTS / press studs, using hand tools and pneumatic machine,
  • To carry out any reworks deemed necessary by Management, Supervision or Inspection,
  • To keep any machinery / tools in a clean and regularly oiled condition and report any faults to the Supervisor,
  • To work within guidelines / instructions to ensure traceability is maintained,
  • To carry out any other task where reasonable and relevant when required,
  • To carry out duties in a proper and efficient manner, always act wholeheartedly in the interest of the Company and to comply with the Company Rules and Regulations,
  • To help create and maintain a safe working environment and observe the published Health and Safety Procedures.

This is not an exhaustive list.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Experience in a manufacturing/production environment
  • Ability to use small hand tools, including scissors and knives
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
  • Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C or above
  • Ability to use CNC machines

PERSONAL SKILLS:

  • Team Player
  • Strong Work Can-do Ethic
  • Exceptional at building relationships
  • Strong attention to detail and time management
  • High awareness of Productivity and Quality
  • Excellent Communication skills
  • Flexibility
  • Takes responsibility for actions
  • Learn, apply, and improve

COMPANY BENEFITS:

  • Health Care Cash Plan*
  • Employee Assistance Programme*
  • Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
  • Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
  • Life Assurance
  • Company Sick Pay Scheme*
  • Flexitime
  • Early finish on Fridays
  • Sports and Social Club
  • Free car parking
  • Free access to a local gym**
  • Onsite café**

(*Available after 1 year of service)

(** Based in Rochford / Southend on Sea)

Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Posted: July 3rd, 2026