Production Operative

Instarmac Group plc; Dordon CP; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in construction products seeks a Production Operative for their Tamworth facility. This permanent role involves working Monday to Friday, focusing on the effective manufacturing of products with safety as a priority. Applicants should have prior manufacturing experience, familiarity with automated machinery, and a commitment to ongoing improvement. Competitive salary with performance bonuses and extensive benefits offered.

Benefits

Performance Profit Related Bonus (approximately 8% of salary)

Up to 29 days annual leave

5-7.5% pension contribution

Private medical cover

Life Cover & Income Protection

Dental cover plan

Free holiday homes in Tenerife, Padstow, and St Ives

Charity events, match funding, and volunteering opportunities

Extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retail discounts and savings

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Production Operative in a busy facility.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize production and efficiency.
• Experience in using automated machinery.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing products on a Right First Time basis.
• Ensuring safety of yourself and others in compliance with health standards.
• Completion of production-related administration.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Using automated machinery

Planning and organizing

Right First Time methodology

5S methodologies

Job description

We are currently looking for a Production Operative to join our Production Team on a permanent basis. The position is based at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Tamworth, working Monday to Friday, 09:30 - 18:00. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our company's continued growth.

At Instarmac, we have over 40 years of expertise in the manufacture and distribution of cement and bitumen-based products for global markets. We pride ourselves on our open communication, strong family feel, and work ethos where everyone is valued and rewarded.

Our achievements include awards such as Great Place to Work and Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies, recognizing our leadership, employee engagement, benefits, and wellbeing initiatives.

Our company values are Work Hard, Have Fun, Make a Difference, guiding us and defining who we are.

We offer a competitive starting salary along with benefits such as:

• Performance Profit Related Bonus (PPRP) - approximately 8% of salary annually
• Up to 29 days annual leave
• 5-7.5% pension contribution
• Private medical cover
• Life Cover & Income Protection
• Dental cover plan
• Free holiday homes in Tenerife, Padstow, and St Ives with subsidised travel costs
• Charity events, match funding, and volunteering opportunities
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retail discounts and savings

How You Will Make The Difference

Working as part of a team to ensure the safe and efficient manufacture of materials to specifications, both manually and using automation/machinery, to meet business and customer needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Manufacturing products on a Right First Time basis following procedures and health and safety requirements
• Demonstrating flexibility regarding operational needs
• Ensuring safety of yourself and others
• Carrying out housekeeping activities
• Maintaining cleanliness and housekeeping standards
• Promoting 5S standards
• Reporting quality and maintenance issues
• Striving for continuous improvement
• Completing vocational and skills training
• Completing production-related administration
• Handling products in accordance with manual handling procedures
• Operating safely and complying with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Handling hazardous materials appropriately
• Keeping work areas tidy and operationally efficient
• Making efficiency and value-added recommendations
• Fostering good working relationships within the team
• Adhering to management systems and controls

What You Will Need

• Previous experience as a Production Operative in a busy facility, with experience of using automated machinery and working across multiple lines
• Ability to plan, organize, and anticipate demands related to work tasks, materials, and packaging to optimize production and efficiency
• Ability to demonstrate Right First Time and 5S methodologies to support continuous improvement

Our journey has been remarkable so far, but there's still more to achieve. If this role sounds like you, do get in touch.