Job Descriptions

Footwear manufacturing operatives make shoes, boots and sports footwear for all ages.;

Demolition operatives dismantle buildings and structures, remove hazardous materials, and carry out salvage operations.;

Water network operatives look after the pipes, mains and pumping stations that supply homes, businesses and industry with water.;

Footwear designers create new designs and sample patterns for men's, women's and children's footwear.;

Food packaging operatives work on production lines to put food and drink products into containers, cans or packets.;

Port operatives work with cargo, passengers and marine craft in ports and harbours.;

Engineering operatives use hand and machine tools to do jobs across different industries.;

Manufacturing systems engineers design and install manufacturing equipment and assembly production lines.;

Recycling operatives collect recyclables like glass, paper and plastics from homes and businesses for sorting at waste collection sites.;

Food manufacturing inspectors make sure companies meet hygiene and safety standards, and that products are safe to eat.;

Manufacturing supervisors keep production lines running smoothly and manage staff.;

Production managers make sure manufacturing processes run smoothly and cost-effectively, and deliver products on time.;

Car manufacturing workers build motor vehicles by assembling parts on a production line.;

Production workers manufacture goods and parts in industries like pharmaceuticals, food and drink, construction and engineering.;

Textile operatives spin natural and synthetic material into yarns and fabrics for use in clothing, furnishings and industrial products.;