Manufacturing Operative

First Base; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

First Base in Bridgwater is seeking a Production Operative on a temp-to-perm basis. You will work full-time on rotating shifts from 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm, performing inspections, operating equipment and setting up tooling to keep production moving.

You should have good manual dexterity, strong attention to detail and the ability to follow SOPs and paperwork, with a team-focused attitude and a solid health and safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Capable of using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Understanding of how quality impacts business operations.
• Ability to understand and complete paperwork accurately.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Flexible with the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong health and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of all products.
• Operate various production machinery, including weighing, mixing, and pressing equipment.
• Set up tooling for production runs.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process.
• Carry out all operations as outlined in production paperwork and SOPs.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area at all times.
• Work flexibly and be willing to be transferred to other production areas as needed.
• Perform all work activities in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of punctuality and attendance.
• Work well under the pressure of deadlines.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Paperwork accuracy

Team player

Flexible learner

Communication skills

Health & safety

Manufacturing experience

Quality mindset

Process adherence

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Production Operative (Temp to Perm)

Location: Bridgwater

Hours: Full Time rotating shift work - 6am until 2pm, 2pm until 10pm.

Salary: £15.25 per hour + daily bonus

Key Responsibilities of a Production Operative:

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of all products.
• Operate various production machinery, including weighing, mixing, and pressing equipment.
• Set up tooling for production runs.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process.
• Carry out all operations as outlined in production paperwork and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a clean and organised work area at all times.
• Work flexibly and be willing to be transferred to other production areas as needed.
• Perform all work activities in accordance with health and safety requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of punctuality and attendance.
• Work well under the pressure of deadlines.

Key Skills of a Production Operative:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Confident user of hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• An understanding of how quality impacts business operations.
• The ability to understand and complete paperwork accurately.
• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Flexible with the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new processes.
• Excellent communication skills
• A strong health and safety mindset