Production Operative

Manpower (United Kingdom); Abingdon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

25 days holiday

Social club

Job summary

Our client near Abingdon and Oxford, a reputable manufacturing company, is hiring a Production Operative to help build, test, and inspect marine products. You’ll join a safety‑conscious team that values a proactive attitude and pride in workmanship.

Responsibilities include assembly and finishing of moulded parts, preparing mouldings, bonding boats, and supporting sub‑assemblies. The role is Mon–Fri 7:00–15:00, paying around £27k with bonus, 25 days’ holiday, private healthcare and pension, plus

Qualifications

• General education sufficient.
• Manufacturing/workshop experience preferred.
• Ability to use conventional power and hand tools.
• Proactive attitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and finish moulded parts to high standards.
• Prepare mouldings to maintain production schedules.
• Bond boats and perform tasks such as cutting and grinding as needed.
• Support production of sub-assemblies and training of new staff.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manufacturing experience

Proactive attitude

Team player

Communication

Education

General education

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Are you looking for a hands‑on role where your attention to detail genuinely matters? Our Client near Abingdon and Oxford, a reputed manufacturing company, is hiring a dedicated Production Operative to help build, test, and inspect high-quality marine products. You'll join a supportive, safety‑conscious team-where a proactive attitude and pride in your workmanship are valued every day.

What you'll be doing:

• Assist with the assembly and finishing of moulded parts, ensuring consistently high standards
• Support preparation of mouldings to keep production moving in line with schedules
• Help prepare and bond boats, including cutting, grinding, and flow coating bonded boats
• Work across different stages of manufacturing as directed by your line supervisor
• Support production of sub‑assemblies when required
• Help train new team members and assist other personnel
• Keep your workstation clean, organised, and ready for work
• Follow health and safety procedures and company policies at all times
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned by senior management

What you'll bring:

• A good standard of general education
• Practical experience in a manufacturing or workshop environment, and comfort using conventional power and hand tools
• A proactive, can‑do attitude, with the ability to work independently when needed
• Strong problem‑solving skills and excellent attention to detail
• Clear communication and the ability to follow instructions accurately
• Reliability, organisation, and a genuine team spirit with a strong work ethic

Additional information:

• Experience in boat or moulded product assembly is desirable
• Safety-conscious working is essential (no formal licences or certifications are required)
• Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm, £27k, bonus, 25 days holiday, private healthcare & pension, plus social club and activities
• You must be able to drive due to the location

If you're motivated, detail‑oriented, and ready to contribute to a meaningful manufacturing process, we'd love to hear from you.