Production Operative

Polymer Works Ltd; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Gainsborough seeks a Production Operative for a permanent role involving machine operation and physical packing duties. The ideal candidate must lift 25kg bags, work 12-hour shifts, and follow strict safety protocols. Essential skills include teamwork, communication, and attention to detail. A valid forklift license is required for deliveries. Apply via email to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Physically fit, able to lift 25kg and 20kg bags.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality output.
• Effective communication skills for reporting issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery, feeding and monitoring production equipment.
• Pack finished products and lift large volumes.
• Inspect products for quality and maintain cleanliness of equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Physical Fitness

Methodical Approach

Communication

Tools

Fork Lift

Job description

Job Overview

Role: Production Operative
Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire

Shift Pattern:
12-hour shifts
4 days on, 3 days off then 3 days on, 4 days off.
(6-week rotating schedule)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate with enhanced overtime
Start Date: End of January/February 2026
Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Feeding raw materials from 25kg bags, starting, monitoring, and stopping production equipment.
• Assembly & Packing: Packing finished products. The majority of packing is in 20kg bags, this will require the candidate to lift and shift large volumes of bags per shift and stack onto pallets.
• Quality Control: Visually inspecting products for contamination, stacking the products uniformly on pallets and ensuring they meet standards.
• Maintenance: Performing clean downs on machinery and reporting faults.
• Safety & Compliance: Following strict health, safety, and food hygiene protocols.
• Fork Lift: Some fork lift truck driving will be required to load/unload deliveries, move pallets for wrapping, load pallets of raw materials onto the mezzanine for loading and moving pallets into stock.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Attention to Detail: Spotting errors and ensuring high-quality output.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with colleagues.
• Physical Fitness: Ability to stand for long periods, lift 25kg and 20kg bags and perform repetitive movements. The majority of the work is very physical so the ideal candidate needs to be fit and able to lift a large volume of bags all day.
• Methodical Approach: Following instructions accurately.
• Communication: Reporting issues and progress.

Please apply to [e-mail]