Production Operative

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Ducklington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking experienced Warehouse Operatives for a client site in Witney with immediate start and guaranteed hours. The role involves operating production machinery, feeding materials, inspecting quality, and moving stock around the warehouse.

You will safely operate a Counterbalance forklift, support stock control, and maintain clean, organized work areas. A reliable transport solution to site is preferred due to location.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/warehouse environments.
• Counterbalance forklift licence required or expired accepted.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Feed raw materials and components into manufacturing equipment while monitoring production flow.
• Conduct regular quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specs.
• Move materials and stock around the warehouse and production areas, ensuring safe handling.
• Safely operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move goods within the site.
• Assist with stock control and replenishment of materials on production lines.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in work areas and equipment.
• Follow health and safety, environmental and company policies and report hazards.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Warehouse Operatives Required - Witney - Immediate Start!!!

We're looking for experienced Warehouse Operatives to join our global client in Witney.

CB FLT LICENCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE.

Hours:

This role is a X3 shift rotation. AM & PM shifts will be Monday - Friday and Nights will be Sunday - Thursday.

• 06:00 - 14:00
• 14:00 - 22:00
• 22:00 - 06:00

Pay:

• £16.45 per hour
• £24.65 after 8 hours
• £24.65 up to 5 hours on a Saturday
• £32.90 after 5 hours on a Saturday
• £32.90 on a Sunday

The job:

• Operating a variety of production machinery and equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company procedures to ensure smooth manufacturing processes.
• Feeding raw materials and components into manufacturing equipment while monitoring production flow to minimise downtime and maintain productivity.
• Conducting regular quality inspections and checks throughout the production process, ensuring all finished products meet company specifications, customer requirements, and quality standards.
• Loading, unloading, and transporting materials, products, and stock throughout the warehouse and production areas, ensuring accurate handling and storage at all times.
• Safely operating a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move goods, raw materials, and finished products within the site, while adhering to all forklift safety regulations and site rules.
• Assisting with stock control activities, including organising materials, replenishing production lines, and ensuring production areas remain fully supplied.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping by keeping workstations, machinery, and surrounding areas clean, organised, and free from hazards.
• Following all Health & Safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures, reporting any accidents, near misses, equipment faults, or potential hazards promptly.
• Supporting colleagues and working collaboratively with the wider production and warehouse teams to achieve daily production targets, operational goals, and customer deadlines.
• Carrying out basic machine checks and reporting maintenance issues to supervisors to help reduce downtime and ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Remaining flexible and willing to undertake additional duties as required to support the operational needs of the business.
• Demonstrating a positive attitude and strong work ethic while contributing to a productive, safe, and efficient working environment.
• The work is routine and well organised - you'll know exactly what you're doing each day.

What's good about this role:

• Supportive environment
• Consistent, guaranteed hours
• Opportunity to go permanent after 12 weeks!

Location:

Witney - due to location and early starts, you'll need your own transport or a reliable way of getting to site.

What we need:

• Reliable and punctual
• Able to work independently
• Production/Warehouse experience required
• Counterbalance Licence (expired & in-house accepted)!!