Production Operative

E3recruitment; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial manufacturing business in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking Production Operatives for temporary-to-permanent positions. The role offers £12.21/hour base rate with a 20% shift allowance and the opportunity for career progression. Candidates should have experience in an industrial setting and a commitment to health and safety. Shift pattern is 4 on, 4 off, with full training provided.

Benefits

20% shift allowance

Weekend premium pay

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working in an industrial manufacturing or production environment is essential.
• Strong commitment to health and safety practices is necessary.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn are important.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery and equipment within a production environment.
• Cleaning and preparing moulds and tools used in the process.
• Preparing and mixing materials according to production requirements.
• Manual handling supported by mechanical lifting aids.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and hazard-free working environment.
• Adhering to health & safety procedures and reporting issues.

Skills

Experience in industrial manufacturing or production environment

Commitment to health and safety practices

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Good timekeeping and reliability

Job description

Production Operatives – Temporary to Permanent Opportunity

Stoke-on-Trent | Industrial Manufacturing Site

£12.21/hour + 20% shift allowance (£14.65/hour) + Weekend Premiums

We have exciting opportunities for Production Operatives to join a leading industrial manufacturing business at their site in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a fantastic chance to become part of a well-established and respected company, offering long-term potential, full training, and a route to permanent employment based on performance.

What’s in it for you?

• 4 on 4 off shift pattern – 12-hour day shifts, 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break
• £12.21/hour base rate
• 20% shift allowance = £14.65/hour total
• Weekend premium pay available
• Initial 12-week temporary contract with potential to go permanent
• 6-month probation period for permanent roles
• Ongoing training and development with a UK industry leader

Role Responsibilities:

• Operating machinery and equipment within a production environment
• Cleaning and preparing moulds and tools used in the process
• Preparing and mixing materials according to production requirements
• Manual handling duties – supported by mechanical lifting aids
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and hazard-free working environment
• Strictly adhering to site health & safety procedures and reporting issues promptly

What We’re Looking For:

• Essential: Experience working in an industrial manufacturing or production environment
• A strong commitment to health and safety practices
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good timekeeping and reliability

This is a physically active role within a busy industrial setting, ideal for someone looking for consistent shifts, career progression, and the opportunity to join a well-established UK manufacturer.