4-Day Week Composite Panel Operator – Back-Shift Pay

Riverside; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Back-shift pay 20%

Four-day work week

Job summary

Riverside seeks a Production Operative for its Carlisle site, supporting the manufacture of high-quality composite panels. This full-time post pays £27,341 to £30,643 annually.

Working alongside colleagues, the successful candidate operates production equipment safely after suitable training, ensures goods meet required quality standards, and minimises waste and rework. Maintaining health and safety compliance plus good housekeeping is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a factory or manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete records accurately.
• Strong health and safety awareness and procedural discipline.
• Excellent timekeeping, reliability and flexibility.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently after training.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and minimise waste/rework.
• Follow health and safety procedures and participate in toolbox talks.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised workspace.
• Complete production records and basic computer entries accurately.
• Report equipment faults and quality issues promptly.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance and quality teams.
• Support continuous improvement and help meet production targets.
• Undertake further training to develop skills.

Skills

Factory experience

Team player

Basic computer skills

Health & safety

Timekeeping

Initiative

Adaptability

Tools

ISO 9001

Job description

Riverside seeks a Production Operative for its Carlisle site, supporting the manufacture of high-quality composite panels. This full-time post pays £27,341 to £30,643 annually.

Working alongside colleagues, the successful candidate operates production equipment safely after suitable training, ensures goods meet required quality standards, and minimises waste and rework. Maintaining health and safety compliance plus good housekeeping is essential.