Production Operative

ATA Recruitment; Desford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Production Operative in Desford. The successful candidate will handle machine operations, safety checks, and maintain a clean work area. The role offers an immediate start with a competitive salary rising after three months. Benefits include a pension scheme, life assurance, and access to physiotherapy. Join a company committed to diversity and equal opportunities.

Benefits

Market leading salary

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Free Physiotherapy

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Wellhub Membership

Holiday Exchange Scheme

Service Awards

Employee Referral Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing or construction background.
• Proactively contributes ideas and embraces continuous improvement.
• Able to pass a drugs and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Complete start-of-shift safety checks and report defects.
• Operate and monitor various machines during production.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Health and safety prioritization

Job description

Production Operative – Multiple Needs

Location: Desford

Salary: Initially £39,268 rising to £45,869 after a minimum of 3 months

Shifts: 4 on 4 off days and nights

Immediate Start

Contact: Fred O'Reilly 07827918324 or [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete start-of-shift safety checks and report any defects or issues to the Shift Manager.
• Operate and monitor various machines throughout the production process, ensuring correct and safe operation.
• Ability to carry out manual handling.
• Quickly resolve stoppages or malfunctions, requesting assistance when necessary.
• Complete and sign off operator quality checks accurately.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe work area; carry out housekeeping duties as needed.
• Follow all health and safety rules and regulations.

Requirements of the Successful Candidate:

• Experience within a manufacturing or construction background.
• Proactively contributes ideas and embraces continuous improvement.
• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work and excellent service.
• Works effectively as part of a supportive, collaborative team.
• Communicates openly, honestly, and with integrity.
• Prioritizes health, safety, and responsibility in all tasks.
• Able to pass a drugs and alcohol test.

Benefits:

• Market leading salary
• Pension Scheme – Auto-enrolment with Aviva; company contributions up to 10%, with enhanced options available
• Life Assurance – Up to 4x annual salary paid in the event of Death in Service
• Free Physiotherapy – Access to a physio service at a nearby site, free of charge
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support for personal and work-related issues
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Tax-efficient bike and accessories purchase through salary sacrifice
• Share Save Scheme – Save monthly to buy Forterra shares at a discount
• Wellhub Membership – Discounted access to gyms, wellness apps, online fitness, and virtual PT sessions
• Holiday Exchange Scheme – Buy or sell holidays for greater flexibility
• Service Awards – Recognition for long service from 5 years onward
• Employee Referral Scheme – Cash rewards for successful employee referrals
• Financial Wellbeing Support – Resources and sessions via HSBC and Salary Finance, including savings, loans, and education

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation