Production Operative

Recruitment Helpline Ltd; Bromyard; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme

Long service recognition

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline Ltd in Bromyard, Herefordshire, seeks a General Production Operative for a permanent, full‑time role (39.5 hours weekly). You will perform production duties, assembly, and packing with comprehensive training provided.

The position offers job security and starts at £12.71 per hour, rising to £12.80 after probation. Benefits include a company bonus scheme, long service recognition, up to 10 paid medical appointments, an Employee Assistance Programme, a pension, free onsite

Qualifications

• General production duties with focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Willingness to learn and follow training provided.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components across departments.
• Read and interpret assembly instructions.
• Operate hand tools or machines for assembly.
• Pack parts according to instructions and perform QC checks.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Organisation

Problem-solving

IT literacy

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

iPad use

Job description

This full-time, permanent Production Operative role in Bromyard, Herefordshire, involves manufacturing assembly and machine operation within a supportive, hard-working environment. Working 39.5 hours per week, the successful candidate will carry out general production duties requiring a keen eye for detail and a methodical, fact-learning approach. Previous operative experience in similar settings is advantageous but not essential, as comprehensive training is provided. The position offers job security and stability, with a starting rate of £12.71 per hour rising to £12.80 per hour upon successful completion of the probation period. Additional benefits include a company bonus scheme, long service recognition, paid medical appointments, and access to 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 checks
• Ensuring health and safety standards are complied with

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.

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 requirement Desirable

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

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