Production operative

Escape; East Calder; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Modern manufacturing environment

Career development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative team

Opportunity to work across departments

Job summary

Escape in Livingston is seeking Production Operators to join a clean, modern manufacturing environment. The role offers long-term prospects with full training and the chance to work across multiple departments while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

The position focuses on following SOPs, operating equipment safely, monitoring quality, and supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting. Competitive hourly pay and a structured shift pattern are included.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production or warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow processes and instructions accurately.
• Proactive and forward-thinking approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties.
• Able to stand for extended periods during shifts.
• Reliable, dependable and committed to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Operating production equipment safely and effectively.
• Working across a variety of manufacturing departments.
• Monitoring product quality and reporting any issues.
• Minimising waste and supporting efficient production processes.
• Completing production documentation accurately.
• Adhering to all health and safety requirements.
• Supporting housekeeping and continuous improvement activities.
• Handling and moving materials throughout the manufacturing process.
• Maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Proactive thinking

Job description

Production Operator

Location: Livingston

Rate of Pay: 16.12 - 17.79 per hour (depending on shift pattern)

Shift Patterns Available:

• 12-hour shifts




• Continental Shift Pattern (4 on, 4 off)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting Production Operators to join a leading manufacturing company in Livingston. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established employer offering competitive rates of pay, full training and opportunities to develop your skills across multiple departments.

Working within a clean and modern manufacturing environment, you will play a key role in ensuring products are manufactured to the highest quality standards while maintaining safety, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs)




• Operating production equipment safely and effectively




• Working across a variety of manufacturing departments




• Monitoring product quality and reporting any issues




• Minimising waste and supporting efficient production processes




• Completing production documentation accurately




• Adhering to all health and safety requirements




• Supporting housekeeping and continuous improvement activities




• Handling and moving materials throughout the manufacturing process




• Maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail

What We're Looking For

• Previous manufacturing, production or warehouse experience is beneficial but not essential




• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality




• Ability to follow processes and instructions accurately




• Proactive and forward-thinking approach to work




• Good communication and teamwork skills




• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment




• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties




• Able to stand for extended periods during shifts




• Reliable, dependable and committed to high standards

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rates of 16.12 - 17.79 per hour




• Full training provided




• Opportunity to work across different departments and gain valuable experience




• Modern manufacturing environment




• Career development opportunities




• Supportive and collaborative team culture

This role would suit candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse operations, assembly, machine operation or other hands-on operational environments who are looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent earning potential.