Production Operative

Ambitions Personnel; Mansfield; On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time position

Opportunity to develop skills

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Mansfield is looking for a skilled Rewind Operator to join their busy production team. In this full-time role, you will operate rewind machinery, ensuring finished reels meet specifications while maintaining quality and supporting a smooth workflow. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role and strong attention to detail. Interested applicants should send their CV to the provided email or call for more information.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Inspection Finisher or Rewind Operator preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.
• Ability to maintain high accuracy and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate rewind machinery to produce finished reels to specification.
• Load master reels and set up machines according to job requirements.
• Use AVT inspection systems to identify and remove substandard print.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Good communication

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Location: Mansfield

Contract: Permanent • Hours: Full Time • Shifts: Rotating 2-week pattern, Monday to Friday (06:00–14:00 or 14:00–22:00)

Overview

We’re looking for a skilled Rewind Operator to join a busy production team in Mansfield. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring high-quality finishing by inspecting, slitting, and rewinding printed reels to customer specifications. You’ll be working with precision equipment, maintaining standards, and supporting smooth workflow within the department.

Responsibilities

• Operate rewind machinery to produce finished reels to specification
• Load master reels and set up machines according to job requirements
• Select, fit, and calibrate mandrels, cores, and blades in line with customer specifications
• Use AVT inspection systems to identify and remove substandard print
• Maintain consistent reel quality throughout production runs
• Ensure reels are correctly labelled and traceable
• Carry out line clearance and follow safety and quality procedures
• Perform basic maintenance and calibration of equipment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Inspection Finisher or Rewind Operator (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain high accuracy
• Good communication skills and team-focused approach
• Willingness to learn and operate printing machinery/software
• Commitment to quality, efficiency, and safe working practices

Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position with regular shift patterns
• Opportunity to develop skills in a fast-paced, modern production environment
• Be part of a supportive team where quality and safety come first

If you are interested in this role please send your CV to [e-mail] or call 01623 600835