Production Operative

Meridian Business Support; Todmorden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Production Operative to join a team in Salford. The role involves assembling protective covers for precision weighing scales. The ideal candidate should have strong manual dexterity and previous hands-on experience. This long-term position has potential for permanent placement. Pay starts at £14.88 per hour, rising after 12 weeks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a practical role is advantageous.
• Commitment and reliability are essential.
• Eagerness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and finish protective covers using various tools.
• Maintain high-quality standards with attention to detail.
• Follow health & safety and quality control procedures.

Skills

Excellent hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

Confidence using tools

Tools

Hand tools

Routers

Heat guns

Stanley knives

Scrapers

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Salford
Pay Rate: £14.88 per hour (rising to £15.40 after 12 weeks)
Hours:

- Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 3:30pm
- Friday: 7:00am – 12:30pm

Long-Term Temporary (Permanent Opportunity for the Right Candidate)

Are you hands-on, detail-oriented, and take pride in producing high-quality work?

We’re looking for a skilled Production Operative to join a growing team in Salford, manufacturing protective covers for precision weighing scales. These covers play a crucial role in preventing spills, avoiding damage, and maintaining the accuracy and reliability of the equipment.

Key Responsibilities of a Production Operative:

- Assembly and finishing of protective covers using a range of tools including:

- Hand tools
- Routers
- Heat guns
- Stanley knives
- Scrapers

- Working to high-quality standards with strong attention to detail
- Following health & safety and quality control procedures

Ideal Candidate:

- Confident using tools and equipment in a workshop or production setting
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Previous experience in a hands-on or practical role (e.g., production, joinery, construction, or assembly)
- Committed, reliable, and eager to learn

This is a long-term role with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for candidates who demonstrate the right skills and attitude.

This role may be suitable for candidates who have previously worked in the following roles: Joiner/Carpenter, Assembly Operative, Fabricator, Plastic Welder, Mechanic

Ready to join a friendly and hardworking team? Apply now or get in touch for more information!

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy.