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Manufacturing Operative
Company: Clayton Glass Ltd
Salary: £12.71 per hour, with shift allowance considerations applicable upon successful completion of the 3 month probationary period.
Hours: Full-time
Location: Huthwaite, NG17 2HU
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 19 Aug 2026
Closing date: 18 Sept 2026
Back to Back Rotating Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, rotating weekly:
- Week 1: 06:00am – 2:00pm
- Week 2: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Clayton Glass: The Difference Is Clear to See
At Clayton Glass, we do things differently — and we’re proud of it. The Clayton Difference runs through everything we do, from innovation to the long term relationships we build with both customers and colleagues.
We value honesty, loyalty, and a true commitment to excellence. We put people first, investing in growth, development, and the wellbeing of our teams.
If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want to join a forward thinking team where your contributions matter — Clayton Glass could be the perfect fit for you.
The Role
As a Manufacturing Operative, you will play a vital part in producing and processing high quality glass products. You will support production targets, uphold quality standards, and maintain a safe, efficient working environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating Machinery: Operate machinery used for cutting, shaping, and processing glass, following all safety and operational guidance.
- Handling and Processing Glass: Safely load and unload glass components, taking care to avoid damage.
- Quality Control: Check finished products for cracks, chips, or imperfections and report concerns promptly.
- Assembly and Packaging: Assist in assembling glass units (e.g., double glazing) and prepare them for transportation or onward production.
- Safety and Maintenance: Comply with health and safety regulations, complete basic equipment checks, and report faults.
- Material Handling: Move and organise raw materials to support continuous production flow.
- General Production Support: Maintain cleanliness, meet production targets, and support various team tasks.
Essential Criteria
- Hardworking, dedicated, and passionate about joining the Clayton team.
- Team oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to follow instructions accurately.
- Punctual, reliable, and committed to your shift hours.
- Good manual dexterity, hand eye coordination, and physical fitness (lifting and standing involved).
Desirable (Non Essential)
- Previous experience in manufacturing or factory environments.
- Driving licence.
Employee 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, Orchard Court, Huthwaite, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 2HU
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About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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