Production Operative

E3 Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Production Operative for a days-only role in Peterborough. This position offers a competitive salary of approximately £32,000, with overtime options available. Successful candidates will operate automated production lines, maintain quality standards, and work within a multi-skilled production team. The role requires a full UK driving licence and offers excellent training and development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime available

31 days holiday

Training and development opportunities

Progression routes

Qualifications

• Experience in operating automated production lines and adhering to strict QA standards.
• Ability to monitor machinery performance and report any faults.
• Familiarity with 5S principles and quality testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality products through the operation of production machinery.
• Participate in the manual packing and movement of products.
• Maintain highest standards of housekeeping and compliance.

Skills

Operating automated production line

Monitoring machinery performance

Quality testing

Working with SCADA and PLC machinery

Manual packing of heavy products

Job description

Production Operative

Join a recognised industry leader as a Production Operative with DAYS ONLY, two‑week rotation shifts, Monday to Friday. We are looking for proactive team players who can help drive production efficiency, maintain high‑quality standards and support continuous improvement. In return, we offer excellent training, development opportunities and genuine progression routes within a supportive, team‑focused environment.

What's in it for you as a Production Operative?

• Competitive salary of approx.£32,000 (£14.54ph)
• Overtime available at premium rates of 1.5 and 2x after 48 hours
• 31 days holiday (pro rata)
• Temporary to Permanent
• Double Shift Pattern – DAYS ONLY (NO NIGHTS!!)
• Peterborough location is easily accessible from Stamford, Huntingdon, March, Spalding, Bourne, Wisbech, Grantham, Oundle, Ely, Northampton, Bedford, Corby, Kettering

Requirements for the Production Operative

• Operating an automated production line to manufacture products to strict QA standards
• Monitoring machinery performance and reporting faults or concerns
• Carrying out manufacturing adjustments and working in line with 5S principles
• Quality testing of selected product batches and escalating issues when necessary
• Working with SCADA and PLC‑controlled machinery in a modern, advanced facility

Main Responsibilities of the Production Operative

• Producing high‑quality products through operation of production machinery
• Manual packing and movement of heavy products
• Maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping and environmental compliance (5S)
• Operating a variety of machines as part of a multi‑skilled production team
• Full UK driving licence required due to site location

Please apply today, Thank you Fiona