Vacancy

Vacancy Metal Operator (Full Training Provided) – Minimum €19.69 – 2 Shifts

General info

Region: West Flanders
Town: Zwevezele
Contract : Permanent job
Employment Agreement: Full-time
Job Statute: Worker
Time control: 2 shift system

Function description

Ready for a stable job with great pay, hands-on training, and real growth opportunities? Then you’re in the right place.
Through Forum Jobs, you’ll join a modern production environment in the metal industry, where quality, teamwork, and job satisfaction come first.

No experience? No problem.

With internal training, you’ll learn everything step by step to become a skilled operator. No boring theory – just practical, on-the-job learning with supportive colleagues guiding you.

On top of that, you’ll also learn how to drive a forklift and operate an overhead crane. This company truly invests in your future.

A job as a metal operator

Once you’ve found your rhythm, you’ll take charge of these tasks:

  • You fix and replace machine parts before they cause issues – you keep everything running smoothly
  • You check if everything is working perfectly and step in immediately if something’s off
  • You register your work in the system (SAP or similar – no stress, you’ll learn it on the job)
  • Need to move materials? You hop on the forklift and handle it yourself
  • Safety is key: you keep things clean, organized, and avoid risks like it’s second nature
  • You’ll have a fixed role on the line, such as:
    • Supply: making sure everything is ready on time
    • Stacking: keeping overview and stacking products correctly
    • Saw: ensuring everything is cut perfectly to size

Working hours as a metal worker?
Early shift: You work from 6 AM to 2 PM (Friday until 1:15 PM)
Late shift:You work from 2 PM to 10 PM (Friday until 8:30 PM)

Requirements

Requirements:

What do we expect from you?

  • Technical background or equivalent experience is a plus
  • Forklift or overhead crane experience is a bonus, not a must
  • You’re motivated to learn
  • You have a driver’s license or are working on it
  • You speak Dutch OR English fluently
  • As part of the application process, you’ll be asked to complete a digital test
Experience:

No experience required

Drivers license:

B (Car)

Languages:

Dutch: zeer goed

Offer

Offer:

Ready to be fully trained as an operator in the metal sector?

  • Starting salary from €17.51 + 12.5% shift premium = €19.70 (more if you have experience)
  • Meal vouchers of €8
  • Group and hospitalization insurance
  • No traffic jams – easy commute
  • Full internal training – perfect for starters
  • Long-term growth opportunities
  • Bike leasing option after permanent contract
  • Flexibility and input in your job
  • Strong work-life balance
  • Great team atmosphere with events and teambuildings
  • Work in a stable, international and eco-conscious company
  • Company that truly values safety
  • Smooth and clear application process
Salary: Hourly rate

Study selection

Study selection:

Technisch secundair onderwijs (TSO)