Production Operative

Impact Recruitment Services; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Corby is seeking an experienced Production Operative for a permanent role. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and experience in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include running production lines, maintaining quality standards, and collaborating with team members. This position offers excellent training and stability within a growing business with a rotating shift pattern. Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £36,000 per annum.

Benefits

Extensive training and development opportunities

Permanent contract

Good canteen facilities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background (experience or qualification).
• Experienced in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Confident in operating and setting machinery.
• Proactive in solving problems and reducing downtime.
• Organized and reliable with record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run production lines to meet targets.
• Maintain product quality standards.
• Perform machine adjustments for efficiency.
• Control material usage and minimize waste.
• Complete accurate shift reports and records.
• Collaborate with shift leader and quality teams.
• Monitor machine performance and take corrective actions.
• Maintain tools, machinery, and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Experience in manufacturing

Problem-solving

Operating machinery

Organizational skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Production Operative looking for a new, permanent opportunity? Do you have mechanical knowledge and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a leading manufacturing business based in Corby. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent role with a company offering excellent stability, long-term career prospects, and a supportive working environment. Candidates with experience in the plastics industry will be at an advantage, but this is not essential.

Location: Corby
Shift: Panama / Continental Shift Pattern - 12-hour shifts (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am), rotating days and nights.
You will work an average of 42.5 hours per week over a 2-week repeating rota (Working only 7 days out of 14)
Salary: 30,000 - 36,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Duties:

• Set up and run allocated production lines efficiently to meet targets
• Maintain high standards of product quality throughout the shift
• Perform machine adjustments to ensure production efficiency and minimise downtime
• Control material usage to minimise waste and maintain product specifications
• Complete accurate shift reports and production records
• Collaborate closely with the shift leader, material handlers, packers, and quality teams
• Monitor machine performance and take corrective action when needed
• Care for and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment
• Follow all company rules including Health & Safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and production procedures

The ideal candidate must:

• Have a strong mechanical background (either through experience or qualification)
• Be experienced working in a manufacturing or production setting
• Be confident operating and setting machinery
• Have a proactive approach to solving problems and reducing downtime
• Be organised, reliable, and capable of maintaining accurate records
• Be flexible with working a rotating Panama shift pattern
• Experience in the plastics industry is preferred but not essential

Benefits:

• Extensive training and development opportunities
• Permanent contract with a stable and growing business
• Progression and training opportunities
• Good canteen facilities
• Free parking

If this role sounds of interest to you then please apply with an up to date CV.

Impact Recruitment is an employment agency working on behalf of our client