Livedale Foam & Sundries Ltd

Livedale Foam &amp; Sundries Ltd is a long-established and growing supplier to upholsterers and furniture manufacturers across the UK. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for hardworking, reliable individuals to join our team and contribute to the continued success of the company.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business operating from modern facilities with a supportive team environment and opportunities for progression for the right candidate.
Hours of Work
<ul>
<li>Monday to Thursday: 7:00am to 5:00pm</li>
<li>Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm</li>
</ul>
Probationary Period
This position is subject to an initial 3-month probationary period.
During this period, we assess:
<ul>
<li>Reliability and attendance</li>
<li>Timekeeping and punctuality</li>
<li>Work ethic and attitude</li>
<li>Physical capability</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and proactively</li>
<li>Ability to complete all duties to the required standard</li>
<li>Teamwork and overall contribution to the business</li>
</ul>
Only candidates who consistently meet expectations throughout the probationary period will be offered a permanent position.
Applicants who are unable to maintain punctuality, keep pace with the physical demands of the role, work proactively without supervision, or meet required performance standards will not successfully complete probation.
The Role
We are seeking a motivated and dependable individual to undertake a range of factory housekeeping, warehouse, and fabrication support duties.
A key requirement of this role is previous fabrication experience, as applicants will be expected to assist with fabrication-related tasks when required by the business. Candidates should be comfortable working with tools, following fabrication drawings/specs or instructions, and supporting production activities alongside general factory duties.
Daily responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Taking foam blocks outside and ensuring they remain protected during adverse weather</li>
<li>Returning foam blocks inside at the end of each shift</li>
<li>Collecting and baling foam offcuts throughout the factory</li>
<li>Producing crumb and scrap foam orders as required</li>
<li>Taking completed bales outside and ensuring they are appropriately covered or wrapped</li>
<li>Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of all factory work areas</li>
<li>Ensuring walkways, emergency exits, and access routes remain clear at all times</li>
<li>Keeping foam offcut storage areas tidy and organised</li>
<li>Maintaining the baler area to a high standard</li>
<li>Keeping the factory car park clean and presentable</li>
<li>Maintaining the trailer storage area and external yard areas</li>
<li>Baling plastic waste materials</li>
<li>Assisting with fabrication and production duties as required</li>
<li>Carrying out general warehouse and factory tasks</li>
<li>Supporting other departments during busy periods</li>
<li>Assisting with quality control checks, vehicle cleaning, and additional operational tasks when required</li>
</ul>
There may also be occasional requirements to deliver products to customer premises.
Please note: This is not a full-time driving position.
Essential Skills, Experience and Requirements
Applicants must have:
<ul>
<li>Previous warehouse or factory experience</li>
<li>Previous fabrication experience (essential)</li>
<li>A strong work ethic and willingness to work hard</li>
<li>Good communication skills</li>
<li>The ability to work effectively as part of a team</li>
<li>A proactive approach to work</li>
<li>Excellent reliability and attendance</li>
<li>Good timekeeping and punctuality</li>
<li>The ability to work independently without constant supervision</li>
<li>Physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual handling tasks throughout the day</li>
<li>A full clean UK driving licence</li>
<li>A minimum age of 25 years due to driving insurance requirements</li>
</ul>
Desirable Skills
The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
<ul>
<li>FLT Licence</li>
<li>Goods-in experience</li>
<li>Manufacturing or production experience</li>
<li>Quality control experience</li>
</ul>
Benefits
<ul>
<li>Competitive rate of pay</li>
<li>28 days holiday, increasing with length of service</li>
<li>Uniform provided following successful completion of probation</li>
<li>Company benefits package after 12 months' service</li>
<li>Opportunities for progression and development within the business</li>
</ul>
Pay
£12.71 per hour
Job Type
Full-time, Permanent (subject to successful completion of probation)
Location
On-site only. Remote working is not available.
Important Information for Applicants
This role is suited to individuals who take pride in hard work, consistency, and maintaining high standards. It involves physical activity, regular lifting, continuous movement throughout the day, and a willingness to support multiple areas of the business, including fabrication activities.
We are looking for people who:
<ul>
<li>Turn up on time every day</li>
<li>Take ownership of their responsibilities</li>
<li>Work proactively without being prompted</li>
<li>Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards</li>
<li>Can work at pace in a busy factory environment</li>
<li>Have the right attitude and commitment to become a long-term member of the team</li>
</ul>
This role is unlikely to suit anyone seeking light duties, slow-paced work, or minimal responsibility. We expect professionalism, reliability, a positive attitude, and the ability to consistently perform all aspects of the role to a high standard.
Interviews will commence immediately for suitable candidates.
No direct applications accepted, apply through indeed only.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Expected hours: 44.0 per week
Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Casual dress</li>
<li>Free parking</li>
<li>Health &amp; wellbeing programme</li>
<li>On-site parking</li>
</ul>
Application question(s):
<ul>
<li>How many years warehouse experience do you have?</li>
</ul>
Experience:
<ul>
<li>fabrication: 1 year (required)</li>
</ul>
Licence/Certification:
<ul>
<li>Driving Licence / clean / 25+ years old (required)</li>
</ul>
Work Location: In person

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