Job Title: Production Operative Rubber Roll Manufacturer / Shot Blast OperatorLocation: Batley, WF17Job Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: Hourly pay negotiable, depending on experienceOur client provides specialist expertise and high-quality products for Material Processing, Surface Protection, and Service. Their team delivers engineered rubber solutions to sectors including mining and quarrying, materials handling, mineral processing, and general industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and printing.The RoleOur client is expanding their workshop team and seeking a hands-on, skilled Production Operative to support their rubber roll manufacturing process. This varied role includes shot blasting operations, manual lathe work, and the preparation and application of rubber coverings. You will be part of a team responsible for covering, turning, grinding, and vulcanising rubber rollers, working with a wide range of industrial materials across their two roller covering departments.Full training will be provided for candidates who do not have prior experience in vulcanising rubber products.Key Responsibilities:Operate shot blasting equipment for cleaning and surface preparation of steel and aluminium components.Work with rollers, plates and pads in a production environment.Strip old rubber from various substrates using manual centre lathes.Perform turning and grinding of rubber rollers using lathes and grinders.Prepare surfaces and apply appropriate bonding agents.Cut and prepare r