Production Operative

The Job Shop Recruitment Service SW Ltd; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Job Shop Recruitment Service SW Ltd is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Production Operative to join a market-leading manufacturer in Newton Abbot. You will work in a fast-paced environment, operate production equipment and help ensure orders are produced to high quality and delivered on time.

The role offers varied duties across production areas, includes exposure to extrusion lines, quality checks, packing and stock maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Good manual dexterity and practical skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and quality issues.
• The ability to record and work accurately with numerical data.
• A positive, proactive, 'can-do' attitude.
• The ability to follow instructions and meet quality standards.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Energy, enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering great results.

Responsibilities

• Operating a variety of production machinery and tools in line with training and work instructions.
• Working on extrusion lines and carrying out visual, dimensional and physical quality checks.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of buffer stock for key product lines.
• Packing finished goods ready for dispatch.
• Ensuring products are stored correctly before shipment.
• Disposing of waste and scrap materials in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety.
• Reporting any machinery faults or operational issues to supervisors.
• Supporting other production areas when required to help meet customer demands.
• Ensuring products consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Following all Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Numerical data

Teamwork

Following instructions

Communication

Energy

Job description

Production Operative

Are you looking for a hands-on role with a market-leading manufacturer where quality, teamwork and innovation are at the heart of everything we do?

Our client, is looking for motivated and enthusiastic Production Operatives to join there team in Newton Abbot. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to build on your production skills, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a respected and growing business.

About the Role

As a Production Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring customer orders are produced to the highest standards of quality and delivered on time. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you'll operate production equipment, perform quality checks, and help drive efficiency across our production processes.

No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work across various production areas while developing your skills and knowledge.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating a variety of production machinery and tools in line with training and work instructions.
• Working on extrusion lines and carrying out visual, dimensional and physical quality checks.
• Assisting with the production and maintenance of buffer stock for key product lines.
• Packing finished goods ready for dispatch.
• Ensuring products are stored correctly before shipment.
• Disposing of waste and scrap materials in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety.
• Reporting any machinery faults or operational issues to supervisors.
• Supporting other production areas when required to help meet customer demands.
• Ensuring products consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Following all Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures.

What Our Client is Looking For

Individuals who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment
• Good manual dexterity and practical skills
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and quality issues
• The ability to record and work accurately with numerical data
• A positive, proactive, "can-do" attitude
• The ability to follow instructions and meet quality standards
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Energy, enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering great results.

Hours

Week 1. 6am - 2pm Monday - Friday

Week 2. 2pm - 10pm Monday - Friday

Week 3. 10pm - 6am Monday - Thursday

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person. We look forward to hearing from you