Production Operative

24-7 Recruitment Services; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

24-7 Recruitment Services is seeking a Production Operative for a leading manufacturer of chemical solutions in Hinckley. The role involves hands-on manufacturing, weighing, prep, mixing, packaging and maintaining quality and safety standards.

Training and ongoing development are provided. You will work Mon-Thu, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with a 20-minute lunch and a 15-minute break, currently 4 days per week (31 hours) with potential future transition to 5 days.

Qualifications

• Previous production, manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not essential.
• High attention to detail with a methodical and accurate approach.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and manufacturing instructions.
• Comfortable carrying and handling loads of different sizes and weights.
• Able to perform basic sensory and technical checks during production.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to take initiative and adapt to changing production demands.
• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious.
• Understanding of QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) standards would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing orders, including weighing, preparation and mixing, according to strict guidelines.
• Handle raw materials and produce finished goods that meet required quality standards.
• Package, wrap and palletise finished products.
• Assist with dispatch operations when required.
• Support the Quality Control team with product sampling and inspections.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete all required documentation.
• Carry out first-level equipment maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Identify and report anomalies, defects or non-compliance issues.
• Follow all health, safety, quality and environmental procedures at all times.

Skills

Hands-on

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

Production Operative - £12.71/hour

Location: Hinckley, LE10
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Breaks: 20-minute lunch break and 15-minute break
Working Week: 4 days per week, 31 hours per week
Future Flexibility: The role may transition to a 5-day working week in the future.

Our client, a leading manufacturer of chemical solutions for surface preparation, treatment and protection, is currently seeking a Production Operative to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented and committed to safety and quality in a manufacturing environment. Full training and ongoing development will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manufacturing orders, including weighing, preparation and mixing, according to strict guidelines.




• Handle raw materials and produce finished goods that meet required quality standards.




• Package, wrap and palletise finished products.




• Assist with dispatch operations when required.




• Support the Quality Control team with product sampling and inspections.




• Maintain accurate production records and complete all required documentation.




• Carry out first-level equipment maintenance.




• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.




• Identify and report anomalies, defects or non-compliance issues.




• Follow all health, safety, quality and environmental procedures at all times.

Working Hours

• Monday to Thursday




• 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM




• 20-minute lunch break




• 15-minute additional break




• Current schedule is 4 days per week / 31 hours per week.




• Candidates must be open to the possibility of the role transitioning to a 5-day working week in the future.

What We're Looking For

• Previous production, manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not essential.




• High attention to detail with a methodical and accurate approach.




• Ability to follow detailed procedures and manufacturing instructions.




• Comfortable carrying and handling loads of different sizes and weights.




• Able to perform basic sensory and technical checks during production.




• Good teamwork and communication skills.




• Willingness to take initiative and adapt to changing production demands.




• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious.




• Understanding of QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety & Environment) standards would be advantageous.

Benefits

• £12.71 per hour