Production Operative

Marshalls plc; Wales; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the UK is seeking an Operations Team Member for their Bridgend site. The role involves making concrete products with a focus on safety and quality. Full training is provided, and opportunities for growth are available.

Benefits

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Annual pay reviews

Company uniform

Free onsite parking

Health care cash plan

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount on Marshalls products

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a small/medium manufacturing environment preferred.
• Flexibility required during training.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing high-quality Decorative Architectural Masonry.
• Using operational techniques and machinery.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Good command of English

Proactive mindset

Education

FLT counterbalance licence

Job description

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Operations Team Member
Bridgend, Wales
Salary: £31,180 starting salary
Hours: Working 40 hours per week on a 3-week shift pattern (6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm & 10pm - 6am) Monday to Friday, with overtime available.
Marshalls Bricks and Masonry brings over 100 years expertise in the walling sector. We design, manufacture, and deliver bricks, walling and masonry with a specialism in low carbon concrete bricks. We are part of Marshalls PLC, the UK's leading manufacturer of hard landscaping, building and roofing products.

As part of our investment and growth plans for Marshalls Bricks and Masonry, we're recruiting for a Production Operative, also known as an Operations Team Member, to join our manufacturing site at Bridgend.

What will you do?
You will be joining our team on a permanent basis, making concrete products to the required specifications for the end customer. You will have experience working in an environment where safety, quality, waste, and OEE targets are standard. Your duties include the efficient manufacturing of high-quality Decorative Architectural Masonry and other concrete products, using all operational techniques. The role involves manual handling, powered hand tools, machinery, and mechanical handling equipment, so experience with these is essential.

Full training will be provided, and flexibility is required during this period.

Key skills required:

• Experience in a small/medium manufacturing environment, preferably related industry but not essential
• FLT counterbalance licence
• Team player with attention to detail
• Good command of English, both oral and written
• Knowledge of OEE (advantageous)
• A proactive mindset focused on process improvement and continuous improvement

Interested to learn more?

Marshalls has heavily invested in its plant and equipment, with further investments planned, offering opportunities for growth and skill development. We foster a collaborative environment where your experience can help improve our processes. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to work for a leading industry PLC.

Benefits include:

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Training and development opportunities
• Annual pay reviews
• Company uniform
• Free onsite parking
• Health care cash plan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount on Marshalls products
• Life assurance
• Job security with the UK's leading manufacturer of landscaping products

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At Marshalls, regardless of your background, you'll find a fair and supportive workplace. We value your uniqueness and encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities, reflecting society's diversity, and fostering growth and development for all employees.

No agencies, please.

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing