General Operative

Howdens are recruiting General Operatives to join our team based at Howdens Work Surfaces, our solid surfaces production facility in Normanton, Wakefield. These roles will enable us to deliver our forecasted growth and extend our service to our customers.

In these roles, you will be crucial in helping produce high-quality solid surfaces. Key responsibilities include:

• Operating Machinery: Set up and run saws, polishing machines, and CNC equipment
• Quality Control: Perform regular quality checks to ensure the final product meets our high standards
• Safety Compliance: Follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times to maintain a safe working environment
• Finishing Worktops: Assisting in the finishing department, polishing worktops based on technical drawings, preparing them for final inspection
• Grinding & Polishing: Responsible for grinding and polishing granite and quartz surfaces to achieve a smooth or lustrous finish using portable grinding and polishing tools

Pay rate and shift pattern:

• £34,509.80 per annum + £4,732.08 shift allowance
• Night shift - 5:45pm – 4am Monday to Thursday
• Opportunities for overtime

Benefits of working for Howdens as a General Operative:

• 25 days + bank holidays per year and the opportunity to buy extra holidays
• Competitive salary and generous shift allowance
• Pension plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• Staff discount
• Free parking & free daily lunch at our on-site canteen
• Friendly and supportive environment offering exceptional reward and recognition
• Clean, modern factory using state of the art machinery

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 11,000 employees.  Last year our sales reached over £2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 

As well as the opportunity to develop within a high-profile company, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we are keen to hear from you.

We are working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.