Production Operative

Quality Service Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Production Operative for a permanent role. You will operate production machinery, assist with manufacturing, and perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:00, with an hourly rate starting at £12.71 and rising to £13.50 after probation. This is an open opportunity for UK applicants; closing date is 16/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a production operative is essential.
• Experience in printing industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely.
• Assist with manufacturing and processing of products.
• Perform quality checks to ensure standards.
• Pack, label and prepare finished goods.
• Monitor production processes and report issues.
• Keep workstation clean and organized.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work toward daily production targets.
• Support colleagues and supervisors with general duties.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality checks

Health & safety

Team support

Target driven

Tools

Printing machinery

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Permanent opportunities available for Production Operatives in Lenton,

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical, hands‑on work and is looking to become part of an established production team. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring products are manufactured, handled and prepared to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating production machinery and equipment safely.
• Assisting with the manufacturing and processing of products.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Packing, labelling and preparing finished goods.
• Monitoring production processes and reporting any issues.
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised workstation.
• Following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Working towards daily production targets.
• Supporting colleagues and supervisors with general production duties.

Hourly Rate: £12.71 per hour rising to £13.50 per hour after probation

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00.

Closing Date: 20261116

Experience & Qualifications

Previous experience as a production operative is essential for this role. Any candidates with experience working within the printing industry will be at an advantage,