Factory Operative

People Solutions; Irlam; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth and career development

Full training and ongoing support

Dynamic team environment

Free on-site parking

Long-term employment opportunities

Weekly attendance bonus

Job summary

People Solutions is recruiting for a Factory Operative in Irlam, Greater Manchester. Join a growing manufacturing team with rotating shifts and full training, offering clear progression opportunities.

You will manufacture fire prevention products, follow safety procedures, and perform assembly tasks with attention to quality and efficiency. Competitive hourly rates apply, with a weekly attendance bonus and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• The ability to carry out manual handling tasks, including lifting and moving materials.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow work instructions accurately.
• A team-focused approach with the ability to work collaboratively.
• The ability to work rotating shifts.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability and a proactive attitude.
• A strong work ethic and excellent eye for detail.
• Availability to start work as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing a range of fire prevention products in line with company specifications and quality standards.
• Following all health and safety procedures and site regulations at all times.
• Carrying out production tasks including palletising finished products, bagging products, and assembling small components.
• Fitting rubber washers to sprinklers and other assembly duties as required.
• Conducting visual quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Reporting any hazards, defects, or safety concerns to management promptly.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Working efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Complying with all company policies and site rules.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Production experience

Manual handling

Attention to detail

Team player

Rotating shifts

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Proactive attitude

Availability to start

Job description

Factory Operative - Irlam, Manchester

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Factory Operative to join our well-established client based in Irlam, Greater Manchester.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression within a reputable manufacturing business.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an Assembly Operative, Production Operative or Manufacturing Operative.

Rates of Pay:

• AM Shift: £13.68 per hour
• PM Shift: £14.34 per hour
• Night Shift: £15.00 per hour
• £12.28 weekly attendance bonus

Shift Pattern:

• Rotating shifts on a weekly basis
• Candidates must be able to work all shift patterns

Week One:

• Monday to Friday
• 06:00 - 14:00

Week Two:

• Monday to Friday
• 14:00 - 22:00

Week Three:

• Sunday to Thursday
• 22:00 - 06:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as a Factory Operative are:

• Opportunity for growth and career development
• Full training and ongoing support
• Dynamic and supportive team environment
• Free on-site parking
• Long-term employment opportunities
• Weekly attendance bonus

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as a Factory Operative are:

• Manufacturing a range of fire prevention products in line with company specifications and quality standards
• Following all health and safety procedures and site regulations at all times
• Carrying out production tasks including palletising finished products, bagging products, and assembling small components
• Fitting rubber washers to sprinklers and other assembly duties as required
• Conducting visual quality checks to ensure products meet required standards
• Reporting any hazards, defects, or safety concerns to management promptly
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Working efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines
• Complying with all company policies and site rules
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as assigned by management

Essential Skills:

To be successful as a Factory Operative, you will need:

• Previous experience within a production or manufacturing environment
• The ability to carry out manual handling tasks, including lifting and moving materials
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow work instructions accurately
• A team-focused approach with the ability to work collaboratively
• The ability to work rotating shifts
• Good communication skills
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities
• Adaptability and a proactive attitude
• A strong work ethic and excellent eye for detail
• Availability to start work as soon as possible

Training:

• Full company policy and procedure training
• Full paid site induction before starting
• Ongoing support and development throughout your assignment

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process