Production Operative

E3recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Peterborough is seeking a Production Operative to join their team during days only shift rotations. The ideal candidate will operate automated production lines, ensure quality standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers competitive salary and excellent training and development opportunities, while being part of a supportive team environment. A full UK driving licence is required due to the location of the site.

Benefits

Competitive salary of approx. £32,000

Overtime at premium rates

31 days holiday (pro rata)

Temporary to Permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience with operating production lines to QA standards is essential.
• Ability to monitor machinery and report faults or issues.
• Must be able to conduct quality testing of batches and undergo 5S principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to produce high-quality products.
• Pack and move heavy products manually.
• Ensure compliance with 5S housekeeping standards.
• Work within a multi-skilled production team.
• Full driving license is required due to site location.

Skills

Proactive team player

Quality control

Operation of automated production line

Tools

SCADA

PLC-controlled machinery

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