Production Operative

Active Force Recruitment Ltd; Lydney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international supplier located in Lydney is seeking a production operative. In this full-time role, you will set up and monitor production equipment, load raw materials, and perform checks on finished products. The position requires good mechanical skills and the ability to lift heavy items. Enjoy weekly pay, flexible working, and holiday pay along with potential overtime.

Benefits

Weekly pay on a Friday

Flexible working

Great communication from the team

Holiday pay

Overtime available

Qualifications

• Ability to commute to and from the work location at Lydney.
• Safety Boots & Hi Viz required.
• Able to lift and manoeuvre heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and monitor production equipment.
• Load raw materials into equipment.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues.
• Perform routine checks on the finished product.

Skills

Experience with forklifts or other material handling equipment

Basic mechanical aptitude

Good customer service skills

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a production operative position in Lydney? We have the opportunity for an individual to work with a leading international supplier that specialises in thermoplastic compounds. Your role will include setting up, starting and monitoring the production equipment, loading raw materials into the equipment, troubleshooting minor equipment and process issues, and performing routine checks on the finished product. The position is full-time, with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern. It will alternate 4-day shifts and 4-night shifts. The hours are 6 am-6 pm for day shifts, and night shifts are 6 pm-6 am.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and monitor production equipment
• Load raw materials into equipment
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues
• Perform routine checks on the finished product

Qualifications

• Experience with forklifts or other material handling equipment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to operate equipment and measuring instruments
• Ability to commute to and from the work location at Lydney
• Good customer service skills
• Safety Boots & Hi Viz
• Able to lift and manoeuvre heavy items

Benefits

• Weekly pay on a Friday
• Flexible working
• Great communication from the team
• Holiday pay
• Overtime available

If you're interested and want more information on the role, please apply below