via reed · 2 June 2026 ·4 days ago

Plastic Fabricator (Plastics Manufacturing)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Leeds Full-time GBP 25,000 – 30,000
2,422 more jobs in Leeds.
Upload your CV and see which ones actually match you.
Upload CV

Plastic Fabricator (Plastics Manufacturing)
£25,000 - £30,000 + Mon - Fri + Days Based + Overtime Available + Training + Bonus
Leeds, West Yorkshire

Are you a Plastic Fabricator or Workshop Operative with experience working with rigid plastics such as acrylic, polycarbonate or PVC, looking to join a well-established manufacturing company offering a stable, days-based role with training and overtime?

On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established plastics fabrication business that has been operating for over 40 years, building a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and bespoke manufacturing solutions. The company supplies a wide range of industries and is known for its consistent service and long-standing customer relationships.

In this role, you will work from technical drawings to fabricate plastic components using a variety of workshop machinery and hand tools. You will be responsible for cutting sheet plastics to size, heat forming, solvent welding, assembling finished products, and carrying out quality checks to ensure all parts meet specification. You will also support general workshop duties and maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

This role would suit a Plastic Fabricator, Workshop Operative or similar with experience in plastics manufacturing or fabrication, looking to develop their skills within a supportive and growing company.

The Role:

  • Fabrication of rigid plastic components including cutting, shaping, bonding, and finishing

  • Working with materials such as acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC, and PETG

  • Operating workshop equipment including saws, routers, CNC/laser cut parts, and heat forming tools

  • Solvent welding, assembly of plastic products, reading engineering drawings, and carrying out quality control checks in a Mon-Fri days-based role with overtime available

The Person:
  • Experience in plastics fabrication or manufacturing

  • Familiar with sheet plastics (acrylic, polycarbonate, PVC etc.)

  • Commutable to Leeds

Reference: BBBH25616A

Keywords: Plastic Fabricator, Plastics Fabrication, Acrylic, Polycarbonate, PVC, PETG, Plastic Welding, Solvent Bonding, Plastic Assembly, Workshop Operative, Manufacturing, CNC, Laser Cutting, Heat Forming, Engineering Drawings, Quality Control, Production Operative, Fabrication Technician, Leeds, West Yorkshire.

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

The market for this type of role

Similar openings
2,422
jobs in Leeds
Full-time
80%
of roles in the UK
Remote possible
4%
of roles
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited

200 open positions · Aberdeen, Andover, Bath, Berkshire, Birmingham +72

📊 Job market · the UK
70,547
active jobs
8.3%
Remote
Ø 2d
avg. online

Frequently asked questions

How many jobs are available in Leeds?
Currently 2,422 roles in Leeds on AlmostHired, across 807 different companies. Our data is updated daily.
Do roles in the UK offer remote work?
4% of roles in the UK allow remote work, either partial or full. To filter specifically for remote positions, use AlmostHired.
How do I know if I match this role?
Upload your CV — our AI compares your profile to the job requirements and gives you a precise match score, with matching and missing skills.