Production Operative

Novatech Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Casual dress

Company pension

Subsidised canteen

On-site parking

Long service benefits

Community days

Annual leave 25+ days

Employee assistance

Job summary

Novatech Ltd. is seeking a Level 1 Production Operative to join the packing and filling team at our eco-factory. You will support the production process, operate machinery, and ensure products meet quality and hygiene standards under GMP guidelines.

The role requires flexibility and a can-do attitude on a fast-paced line in a temp contract until September 2026. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (07:00–14:30).

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced factory or warehouse environment.
• Numerate and computer literate.
• Willing to work overtime during peak periods.
• Able to quickly recognise faults and quality issues, and take corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Line Leaders and Team Leaders to fulfil the next production requirement.
• Ensure all supplied materials are Quality Control passed for use.
• Ensure line production equipment and area is clean and fit for use.
• Make adjustments to machinery and processes in order to produce product within specification.
• Ensure that all products produced and/or assembled are within specification.
• To complete production schedules and record data on the Production QC Record Sheets.

Skills

Factory experience

Numeracy

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Do you have an eagle eye for the detail?

You’ll be an integral part of our committed and fun team working in the packing and filling department at our award winning eco-factory. As a Level 1 Production Operative you’ll have the ability to pick things up quickly and be responsible for supporting the production process, operating machinery, packing products, and ensuring that all products meet our high standards for quality and hygiene.
As we continue to pioneer natural and organic health and beauty, one blue bottle at a time, you’ll be working in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Guidelines), with experience and training on lines. Changing lines is desirable.
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week, 07:00 - 14:30 (Temp Contract until September 2026)

Where you'll play to win

• Liaise with the Line Leaders and Team Leaders to fulfil the next production requirement
• Ensure all supplied materials are Quality Control passed for use
• Ensure line production equipment and area is clean and fit for use
• Make adjustments to machinery and processes in order to produce product within specification
• Ensure that all products produced and/or assembled are within specification
• To complete production schedules and record data on the Production QC Record Sheets

What you'll have

• Experience in a fast-paced factory or warehouse environment
• Practically minded, able to address a task in a logical and efficient manner.
• Numerate and computer literate.
• Can do attitude and flexibility in approach to tasks
• Able to quickly recognise faults and quality issues, and make adjustments/actions accordingly.
• Willing to work reasonable overtime during peak periods.

What you'll get:

• Generous employee discount
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Subsidised Canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Long service benefits
• Paid community days
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (Pro rata)
• Employee Assistance Programme