General Production Operative

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Bromyard; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme

Long service scheme

Paid medical appointments

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Virtual GP service

Financial coaching

Enhanced leave & jury service

Company pension scheme

Onsite parking

Staff wifi & refreshments

Staff discounts on products

Workers committee representation

Mental Health First Aider

Company events

Casual dress

Job summary

A General Production Operative position is available in Bromyard, Herefordshire, offering 39.5 hours per week at a starting rate of £12.71 per hour, rising to £12.80 after probation. Training is provided for those without direct experience, with a focus on teamwork, attention to detail and quick learning to maintain output and quality.

The role includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to cover multiple departments, including assembly, despatch, and laser cutting, within a

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing assembly or machine operation preferred.
• Must have attention to detail and ability to work in a team.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components across departments.
• Read and decipher assembly instructions.
• Use hand tools or machines to assemble parts.
• Carefully pack parts and conduct quality checks.
• Adhere to health and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quick learning

Self-motivated

IT literacy

Problem solving

Concentration

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

CNC

Laser cutting

Hand tools

iPad usage

Job description

A General Production Operative is required for a permanent, full-time position in Bromyard, Herefordshire, working 39.5 hours per week. The role offers a starting salary of £12.71 per hour, rising to £12.80 upon successful completion of the probation period. The position suits candidates with previous experience in manufacturing assembly or machine operation, although comprehensive training is provided for those without direct experience. A quick learning ability and strong attention to detail are essential. Duties will involve working within a supportive production team to maintain output and quality standards. The company provides a bonus scheme, long service awards, paid medical appointments, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Job Title: General Production Operative Permanent: Full time, 39.5 hours. Salary: £12.71p/h, rising to £12.80p/h on successful completion of probation period. Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7.

Benefits:

• Company bonus scheme
• Long service scheme
• Up to 10 paid medical appointments per year
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts
• Virtual GP service
• Independent 1 to 1 financial coaching
• Enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service
• Company pension scheme
• Secure free onsite parking
• Free staff WIFI
• Free refreshments at breaks
• Staff discounts on gifts we manufacture
• Workers committee representation
• Access to a trained Mental Health First Aider
• Company events
• Casual dress and more

Annual holiday entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long service scheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3-4 days of annual holiday entitlement.

About Company

A leading & innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate & promotional merchandise & beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print & finish all of the products they sell on site, with many unique products made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire they employ 60 people at their factory in a team that has won many industry awards for their products and services. Sustainability is at the core of what they do, they are members of the trade association (the BPMA) with ISO9001 Quality & ISO14001 Environmental certification. They are also Sedex (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange) registered, members of Made in Britain, corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust & Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. They are also partnered with Ecologi & charitable supporters of The Hope Centre in Bromyard. The company believes in & prides itself in rewarding honesty, hard work, efficiency & creativity. We are open and inclusive. Different points of view are not only welcomed but encouraged & celebrated.

Job Overview

A potentially varied and exciting role working across multiple departments within the business. There is a current requirement to provide cover for general assembly activities, picking and packing in the despatch department and also scope to provide skilled cover in other areas such as laser cutting for the right candidate.

Main Duties and responsibilities

• Assembling parts and components in various departmental areas, ensuring that all parts are fitted correctly
• Read and decipher assembly instructions
• Use hand tools or machines to assemble parts
• Carefully pack parts according to instructions
• Conduct quality control checksEnsuring health and safety standards are complied with

Person Specification Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

General Production Operatives must have exceptional attention to detail. This is vital during the manufacturing process, as minor errors or defects can cause serious problems resulting in customer complaints. They must also be excellent at teamwork as most assembly orders require working as part of a team. Operators must do their part correctly and help others when necessary. Because of the repetitive and fast nature of the work, Operators must have full concentration while working to prevent costly errors. Operators must also be self‑motivated, this is essential for them to achieve performance metrics, such as completing a specific number of components in a set amount of time ensuring company quality standards are adhered to.

Experience Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to communicate effectively across departments.
• Ability to focus on repetitive tasks and a keen eye for detail.
• Good manual dexterity and good hand‑eye coordination, including the ability to assemble parts and components that are often very small.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, with an ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Self‑motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
• IT literate, specifically able to use iPad’s. Full training is provided.
• Ability to use initiative, with problem‑solving skills.
• Numerical and verbal reasoning.

Experience Desirable

• Highly advantageous to have recent experience in manufacturing assembly/machine operation roles
• CNC experience
• Laser cutting experience

Qualifications Desirable

• GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and English at grade C/4 (or equivalent) or above.

Additional Requirements

• Role may be physical at times and involves manual handling
• Driving licence due to factory location

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.