Manufacturing Operative

Manpower (United Kingdom); Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Manpower UK in Londonderry is seeking a Manufacturing Operative to join a 24/7 wafer fabrication facility. You will operate machinery and support production targets while upholding safety and quality standards.

This temporary role involves working in a high-tech environment, with 12-hour shifts, days and nights, including weekends. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to work in a 12-hour rotating shift including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of machines within a high-tech production environment.
• Carry out machine-tending duties to maximise utilisation and support site production goals.
• Work within a small shift cell of 3-4 colleagues, forming part of a wider team of 30-40.
• Support maintenance activities across a 12-hour rotating shift pattern, including days, nights, and weekends.
• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety regulations and always wear the required PPE.
• Meet departmental performance and quality targets.
• Contribute positively to team objectives and collaborative success.
• Identify and help resolve issues within the production process.
• Assist with improvements to procedures, processes, and techniques.
• Follow all documentation systems relevant to production.
• Maintain cleanroom standards and wafer-handling protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Punctual and dependable

Job description

# Manufacturing Operative* Reference Number: 447031* Published Date: 16/10/2026* Job Type: Temporary* Salary: £17.46 - £17.46 Per hour* Industry:* Hours: Full Time**Manufacturing Operative** Our client, a recognised leader in their sector, is seeking Manufacturing Specialists to join their team immediately. **Role Overview** As part of the Springtown Manufacturing team, you will work within a 24/7 wafer fabrication facility, operating machinery used to produce recording heads for data storage products. You will contribute to ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. **Key Responsibilities*** Operate a range of machines within a high-tech production environment.* Carry out machine-tending duties to maximise utilisation and support site production goals.* Work within a small shift cell of 3-4 colleagues, forming part of a wider team of 30-40.* Support maintenance activities across a 12-hour rotating shift pattern, including days, nights, and weekends.* Adhere strictly to Health & Safety regulations and always wear the required PPE.* Meet departmental performance and quality targets.* Contribute positively to team objectives and collaborative success.* Identify and help resolve issues within the production process.* Assist with improvements to procedures, processes, and techniques.* Follow all documentation systems relevant to production.* Maintain cleanroom standards and wafer-handling protocols.* Use tools and equipment effectively and appropriately.* Complete training as required.**About You*** Strong attention to detail.* A collaborative team player.* Confident communicator.* Dependable and punctual.* Comfortable using basic computer systems.* Able to commit to 12-hour shifts, including weekends, in line with a fixed rota.* Highly motivated, with a strong desire to contribute to team performance and success.If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.## LocationLondonderry, County Londonderry