Factory Operative

Interaction Recruitment; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment are recruiting for a General Operative to join a busy timber production site in Long Crendon, near Thame. The role is hands-on, physically demanding and offers a temporary-to-permanent path after a 12-week trial period.

You will measure, cut and prepare timber, operate production machinery, read simple plans, carry out quality checks and help keep a clean, safe production area. £13.30 per hour, with regular hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to measure and handle timber to required specifications.
• Physically fit with good attention to safety and manual handling.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Working as part of a busy timber production team.
• Measuring, cutting and preparing timber to specifications.
• Operating production machinery and equipment safely.
• Reading basic measurements and production instructions.
• Carrying out quality checks and keeping area tidy.

Skills

Timber handling

Manual handling

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Production machinery

Job description

Factory Operative - Timber Production

Location: Long Crendon, just outside Thame

Pay: £13.30 per hour

Hours: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:00pm, Friday 6:00am-1:00pm

Contract: Temp-to-Perm following a successful 12-week trial period

Interaction Recruitment are currently recruiting for General Operatives to join a busy and well-established manufacturing environment in Long Crendon, just outside Thame.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for a long-term position within a hands-on production environment, with the potential to become permanent following a successful 12-week temporary period.

The Role

As a General Operative, you will be working as part of a production team manufacturing timber-based products. The role is hands‑on and physical, so you will need to be comfortable working on your feet and handling timber and materials throughout the working day.

Duties will include:

• Working as part of a busy timber production team
• Measuring, cutting and preparing timber to required specifications
• Operating production machinery and equipment safely
• Assembling timber components and products
• Using hand tools and basic power tools
• Reading basic measurements, plans and production instructions
• Feeding timber and materials through production processes
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards
• Moving, stacking and organising timber and finished products
• Loading and unloading materials where required
• Ensuring timber products are prepared accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised production area
• Following all company Health & Safety procedures
• Reporting any damaged materials, machinery issues or quality concerns
• Working towards daily production targets and deadlines
• Supporting colleagues across the production area when required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, warehouse or construction environment is desirable
• Comfortable working with timber and materials
• Good attention to detail
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
• Able to work as part of a team
• Reliable and punctual
• Good attitude towards work
• Willingness to learn new skills and production processes
• Strong commitment to Health & Safety
• Previous experience using hand/power tools would be advantageous

Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

This position is offered on a temp-to-perm basis, with the opportunity to become a permanent member of the team following a successful 12-week trial period.

Once permanent and following completion of the probationary period, employees will also have the opportunity to qualify for performance and attendance-related bonuses.

If you're looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with a company where your hard work and reliability can be rewarded, we'd love to hear from you!