Production Operative

Crem Recruitment; Ely; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 19,286; Full time

Job summary

Crem Recruitment are seeking Production Operatives to join a busy packaging team in Ely. This hands-on role offers a rotating 39-hour week with early and late shifts, plus attractive overtime rates.

You will support production through set-ups, material readiness, and efficient palletisation, while upholding health and safety standards. Applicants should have prior production experience, be detail-oriented, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous production experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail is required.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Follow instructions detailed on specification sheets.
• Liaise with relevant departments to ensure materials are available for production.
• Support the production crew with efficient job set ups.
• Stack and dispatch pallets to a high standard suitable for palletisation.
• Carry out cleaning duties and basic maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve manual handling processes.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to the Machine Operator.
• Use resources efficiently to minimise waste and reduce costs.
• Assist in resolving quality and operational issues.
• Contribute ideas to improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude at all times.

Skills

Production experience

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Reliable

Team player

Job description

We are currently seeking Production Operatives to join our client's busy packaging team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and growing business, developing your skills while working in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for progression.

Pay Rate

£12.71 per hour

Working Hours

This position operates on a rotating shift pattern of 39 hours per week:

Week 1

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Friday: 5:00am - 12:00pm

Week 2

• Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Friday: 12:00pm - 7:00pm

Overtime Rates

• Saturday (6:00am - 12:00pm): Time and a Half
• Sunday (6:00am - 12:00pm): Double Time

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Follow instructions detailed on specification sheets.
• Liaise with relevant departments to ensure materials are available for production.
• Support the production crew with efficient job set ups.
• Stack and dispatch pallets to a high standard suitable for palletisation.
• Carry out cleaning duties and basic maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve manual handling processes.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to the Machine Operator.
• Use resources efficiently to minimise waste and reduce costs.
• Assist in resolving quality and operational issues.
• Contribute ideas to improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Previous production experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• A team player with a positive attitude.

Please note: Due to the location of the site, own transport is essential.

If you're looking for a hands-on role within a growing company that offers career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Crem Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy