Manufacturing Operative
Job Description
Are you looking for a hands-on role in a well-established manufacturing business? Whether you’re skilled, semi-skilled, or looking to start a new career, we have exciting opportunities at Gray & Adams Fraserburgh across multiple departments.
With over 65 years of expertise, Gray & Adams is a family-run business known for quality, innovation, and investing in its people. Join us and become part of a highly skilled team building industry-leading trailers and vehicle bodies.
We’re Hiring Across a Variety of Departments, Including:
✨ Electrical & Tail Lift Installation
✨ Fridge Department
✨ Doors Department
✨ Body Paint & Spray Painting
✨ Body Assembly & Machine Operations
✨ Profiles Department & DPD Department
✨ Twin Member Completion & Twin Deck Completion
What You’ll Be Doing:
✅ Working with technical drawings & specification sheets to build high-quality products.
✅ Operating tools, machinery, and equipment specific to your department.
✅ Manufacturing and assembling trailers, vehicle bodies, or specialist components.
✅ Maintaining high quality standards in line with production goals.
✅ Following Health & Safety guidelines and contributing to a positive team environment.
What We’re Looking For:
✅Enthusiastic individuals with or without experience – full training is provided!
✅ Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
✅ Good teamwork and communication skills.
✅ Willingness to learn new skills and progress in the company.
✅ Experience in manufacturing, welding, fabrication, painting, or engineering is a bonus but not essential.
Why Join Gray & Adams?
✨ Guaranteed 39 hours per week (Monday – Friday) with excellent pay + overtime.
✨ 33 Days Holiday per year (including bank holidays).
✨ Career growth & training opportunities – we support internal development and promotions.
✨ Full company PPE provided for all roles.
✨ Health & Wellbeing support for all employees.
✨ A supportive, family-run business with a strong team culture.
✨ Summer & Christmas shutdowns to enjoy quality time off.
Ready to Join Us?
Apply today – our recruitment team will review your application and be in touch to arrange an interview if you’re a good fit.
✅ Location: Fraserburgh
⌛ Shifts Available: Day & Night Shifts
Be part of a team that takes pride in crafting high-quality, innovative products. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, Gray & Adams is the place to build your career!
an integral part of our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate
Fraserburgh AB43 9HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation
United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
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