Production Operative

Office Angels (Ashford); Dover; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Uniform and PPE provided

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a Production Operative for a full-time, permanent role based in Dover, UK. The position involves operating production machinery, handling materials and ensuring quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Duties include loading/unloading materials, assembling and inspecting products, and maintaining a clean, safe work area in line with health and safety regulations. The role features 4 on/4 off shifts (days and nights) with a pay rate of £12.71 per hour (days) and

Qualifications

• Reliable, disciplined team players with a strong work ethic.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assemble, pack, and inspect products in line with quality standards.
• Carry out routine quality checks and report any defects or issues.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished goods.

Skills

Reliable

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Job description

The Role

Position: Full-time, permanent

Location: Dover, UK - Will need to drive due to location

Shifts: 4 on / 4 off (days & nights) - Rotating - 5:45am to 6:15pm then 5:45pm to 6:15am

Hours: 40.25 per week (12.5-hour shifts)

Pay: £12.71 per hour (days) | £14.15 per hour (nights)

As a Production Operative, you'll help manufacture high-quality products, operate production machinery, handle materials, and support smooth, efficient production processes.

Operate and monitor production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.

Assemble, pack, and inspect products in line with quality standards.

Carry out routine quality checks and report any defects or issues.

Load and unload raw materials and finished goods.

Maintain a clean and organised work area in accordance with health and safety regulations.

Follow production schedules and work to daily output targets.

Pay & Progression

After 3-month probation: £12.60 per hour (days) / £14.50 per hour (nights)

Career Development Path: Progress to Multiskilled Operator after learning all six operational roles (£13.90 per hour, typically within6‑12 months).

Roles include: Stacking & Packing, Quality Control, Material Loading, and Machinery Operation.

Further progression opportunities

• Deputy Zone Leader: £14.40 per hour
• Zone Leader: £15.40 per hour
• Deputy Shift Leader: £16.15 per hour
• Shift Leader: £18.40 per hour

What We Offer

• Full training provided - no experience required
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing company
• Overtime and performance bonus opportunities
• Clear progression path and ongoing development
• Pension, holiday entitlement, uniform and PPE provided
• Free on-site parking

What We're Looking For

• Reliable, disciplined team players with a strong work ethic
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Physically fit for a hands-on, active role
• Own transport preferred (car share available)

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Up to £26500 per annum + healthcare, holiday, pension