Production Operative (nights)

Wienerberger; Bishop Auckland, Todhills; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading international provider of building materials as a Production Operative. In this hands-on role, you will operate various factory machinery and ensure the smooth operation of our manufacturing site. You will be fully trained to handle raw materials and contribute to energy-efficient construction solutions. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where safety is the top priority, and your efforts directly impact production efficiency. With opportunities for training and career growth, this position offers a chance to make a difference in the construction industry while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Share Scheme

Flexible benefits offering

Qualifications

• Valid forklift license required for operation of machinery.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and adapt to priorities.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles and manage stockyard operations.
• Ensure production targets and quality standards are met.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Manual handling

Literacy skills

Education

Forklift truck license (RTITB, ITSSAR, NPORS, CPCS)

Tools

Factory machinery

Forklifts

Job description

Internationally successful: The Wienerberger Group

Come and join us as a Production Operative at our Todhills site in County Durham!

Wienerberger is a leading international provider of building materials and infrastructure solutions. We improve the quality of life and shape the future of construction. With our 19,000 employees at 216 locations in 28 countries, we improve the lives of people all over the world. Our products and system solutions enable energy-efficient, healthy, climate-friendly and affordable living.

As a Production Operative at our Todhills site, you will be fully trained to work with our specialised tools and machinery which turn our raw materials into products ready for use in the construction industry.

You will get the chance to be hands-on with the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing site. You’ll be operating various factory machinery and equipment, operating forklifts, and at all the time ensuring health and safety standards are met.

About the Role

You’ll be supported by the Team Leader to ensure our production flow is smooth, efficient and safe to:

1. Load and unload various vehicles
2. Management of stockyard including stocktake of materials
3. Carry out various machinery operations
4. Ensure optimum production targets, minimum waste and the highest levels of consistent quality are achieved
5. Actively take part in any training requested to enhance your role
6. Stock yard organisation and factory 5S cleaning tasks
7. Assist the Quality and technical department

Hours of Work: 6.00pm to 2.30am, Monday to Friday

What You'll Bring

• A valid current RTITB, ITSSAR NPORS or CPCS forklift truck license with recent driving experience or previous experience operating mobile plant equipment is essential to be considered for this role
• You’ll enjoy working in a busy environment where you can roll your sleeves up and get hands-on
• Flexible and able to adapt to the different daily priorities in the factory which help us run efficiently
• Physically fit, as the role involves significant manual handling and working outdoors in all weathers
• Good literacy - as there is some paperwork involved
• Safety is our biggest priority, so you’ll be committed to safe working and have good general safety awareness
• Good team working skills
• Ability to work unsupervised

Experience in a factory/manufacturing environment is desirable, but not essential, as full training is provided.

About our Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Average yearly salary of circa £34,000 (inclusive of allowances/bonuses)
• Overtime available to boost your earning potential
• Training and opportunities to grow your career with us
• Company Pension
• SIP – ability to become a shareholder via our Share Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible benefits offering (including health, wellbeing and money saving opportunities)

So what are you waiting for? Come and join Wienerberger as a Production Operative and start growing your career with us today!

The closing date for this role is subject to change and may be closed earlier than advertised.