Production Operative

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Operative to join their dynamic team in Sittingbourne. This role involves working on a three-shift system to manufacture high-quality concrete products. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, the company offers extensive training and development opportunities. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and teamwork, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. If you have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career in manufacturing.

Benefits

34 days holiday including bank holidays

Development and training opportunities

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount on products

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Qualifications

• Experience in a medium/large manufacturing operation preferred.
• Knowledge of safety systems and quality standards is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-quality concrete products using operational techniques.
• Operate press machinery and hand-powered tools.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift truck operation

OEE knowledge

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Tools

Forklift trucks

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Production Operative
Sittingbourne
Salary: Starting at £32,739 + Benefits
Shifts: 12 hours Days/Nights rotating with only 1 Saturday morning every 3 weeks AND 4 consecutive days off every 2 out of 3 weeks (further details in the advert below)

Our vision is to Create Better Places and Futures for Everyone; Socially, Environmentally and Economically. For us, these aren’t words on paper. This is our powerful and purposeful statement that guides our actions and ignites a passion in every one of us. We’ve been paving the way since 1890. Our passion for our products and customers has made us a Superbrand that is synonymous with quality; supplying prestigious landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, while also caring for the environment and communities in which we operate.

We are recruiting for a Production Operative ideally with a background in Manufacturing Production Plant to join our award winning company at our Sittingbourne site. The position is based on a three-shift system, 12 hour days and nights covering an average of 42 hour week including one Saturday morning every 3 weeks. Internally, this role is known as Operations Team Member.

We’ll have the best range of technology, systems and processes to make the finest landscaping products in the UK. All we need now is you! If you’re looking to start a career in manufacturing or have previous experience and want to join our thriving company, we’d like to hear from you.

Shift Pattern:

2 Days on, 1 day off, 2 nights on, 4 days off, 3 days on, 1 half-day (Saturday Morning), 1 day off, 3 nights on, 4 days off

Our shifts run from 6.30AM - 6.30PM / 6.30PM - 6.30AM... or 6.30AM - 12.30PM on a Saturday half-day shift.

So, what's the mission?
You will work as part of a team to manufacture high-quality concrete products using operational techniques whilst ensuring you deliver to site standards for safety, quality, waste, and OEE targets. You'll predominantly work within the Concrete Block Paving department, operating press machinery, hand-powered tools and mobile plant such as Forklift trucks to move stock around the site.

You’ll learn all about manufacturing techniques, processes, safety, quality waste and OEE too. As part of this learning journey, you’ll gain experience, and year on year, you’ll develop skills and increase your pay.

You'll need to be a good communicator so you can provide accurate information at handovers and liaise with our maintenance team and team managers.

Don’t worry if you’ve not worked in our industry before, we can teach you everything there is to know about Manufacturing. All we ask is that you have a positive ‘can do’ outlook and a willingness to learn!

What are the mission-critical skills?

• Experience of operating in a medium/large manufacturing operation with relevant safety systems, quality standards, housekeeping standards etc. is preferred but not essential
• Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) would be an advantage
• Forklift truck license and experience would be advantageous
• Flexibility on shift rotation or night shift experience will be required
• Computer user - basic knowledge required
• Safe to Supervise or IOSH qualification would be advantageous but not essential

What’s in it for you?
We don't just build paths; we pave the way for personal and professional growth. Join us, and let's create a future where your skills and ambitions can flourish. This is a great opportunity to take the next step toward progressing in your career and joining our industry-leading company! New ideas are encouraged, and you will be rewarded with the opportunity to learn and grow, achieving your career aspiration! Have a look at our careers website for more information on working at Marshalls!

Benefits include:

• 34 days per annum or the equivalent in hours (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Development and training opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount on products
• Life assurance
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay and leave

More about Marshalls
Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products.

Marshalls Landscape Products stands out as the leading UK manufacturer of high-quality natural stone and innovative concrete hard landscaping products. We cater to the construction, home improvement, and landscape markets, offering superior solutions.

Marshalls Building Products serves as a reliable supplier of concrete drainage products, concrete bricks, ready-to-use mortars, and aggregates.

Marley Roofing Products, we are recognised as leaders in the manufacturing and supply of pitched roofing systems. Our product range includes clay and concrete tiles, timber battens, roof-integrated solar solutions, and various roofing accessories.

Although divisional, we work as one Marshalls team. We're particularly proud to have paved every location on the Monopoly Board! To find out more about Marshalls please visit our website: www.Marshalls.co.uk

Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you’ll find a fair and supportive workplace. You’re unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day.

We’re committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity – it’s the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve.

Marshalls is a workplace where you’re valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!

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