Production Operative

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

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer near Witney is seeking a Production Operative for a temp-to-perm position. The role involves operating manufacturing machinery, manual packing, and maintaining health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in production settings, possess strong health and safety awareness, and be team-oriented. Competitive pay is offered, including overtime. This is a supportive environment with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Overtime at enhanced rates

Career development

Friendly work environment

Day shifts only

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or environment.
• Strong awareness and practice of Health & Safety standards.
• Comfortable working outdoors and with manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to produce high-quality products.
• Manually pack and handle heavy products safely.
• Maintain high standards of 5S and housekeeping practices.
• Work as part of a multi-skilled production team.
• Conduct tasks in line with Health & Safety and SOPs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in developing SSOPs and Risk Assessments.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Team player

Manual handling

Proactive attitude

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Near Witney
Salary: £13.00 per hour + Overtime (x1.5 & x2)
Job Type: Temp to Perm
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days Only (7:00am – 4:00pm)

Join a Leading UK Manufacturer

Are you an experienced Production Operative or Labourer looking to join a well-established UK manufacturer near Witney? This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity offering long-term career prospects, excellent training, and a supportive working environment.

You’ll be operating a range of manufacturing machinery and assisting with the manual packing of heavy products. Full training on machinery specific to this role will be provided.

What’s in it for you?

• £13 per hour basic starting pay
• Overtime available at enhanced rates (x1.5 and x2)
• Day shifts only – Monday to Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
• Ongoing temp-to-perm opportunity
• Career development
• Friendly and supportive work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Operating production machinery to produce high-quality products
• Manually packing and handling heavy products safely
• Maintaining high standards of 5S and housekeeping practices
• Working as part of a multi-skilled production team
• Conducting tasks in line with Health & Safety and SOPs
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Assisting in developing SSOPs and Risk Assessments

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a similar role or environment
• Strong awareness and practice of Health & Safety standards
• Comfortable working outdoors and with manual handling
• A team player with a proactive, safety-first attitude

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply now to join a team that values your experience and offers real progression opportunities!