Production Operative - 2 Shift

Central Employment Agency (North East) Ltd.; Shildon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Employment Agency (North East) Ltd. is seeking a Temporary Production Operative for a fast-paced site in Shildon to support machine operation, assembly line tasks and inline quality checks across two shifts 06:00-14:30 and 14:30-23:00.

You will follow SOPs, maintain safety and 5S housekeeping, report non-conforming items, and contribute to on-time delivery. GCSE maths and English are required; additional health & safety training is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, manufacturing, or factory environment.
• Proficient in operating basic production or assembly machinery safely and efficiently.
• Experience on an assembly line with time-sensitive, repeatable tasks.
• Familiarity with basic quality checks and related documentation.
• Strong health and safety awareness in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to follow detailed SOPs accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery per SOPs and production schedules.
• Perform assembly line tasks including component fitting and basic assembly.
• Conduct visual and basic measurement-based quality inspections at key stages.
• Identify and report non-conforming products or materials to supervisor.
• Follow work instructions, job cards, and specifications accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support 5S housekeeping.
• Adhere to site health and safety procedures including PPE use.
• Work across different stations and tasks to support production on both shifts.

Skills

Production experience

Machine operation

Assembly line work

Quality inspections

SOP adherence

Health & safety

Manual handling

PPE compliance

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Calipers

Hand tools

Job description

Step into a fast-paced production environment where your attention to detail and commitment to quality directly support on-time delivery to major customers. This temporary role offers immediate, hands-on work across two shifts, ideal for someone who enjoys structured routines and working as part of a focused, supportive team.

About the Role:

As a Temporary Production Operative on a 2-shift pattern, you will support the efficient manufacture of products through machine operation, assembly line work and in-line quality checks. You will play a key role in maintaining production flow, meeting daily targets, and ensuring all output meets defined quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate production machinery in line with standard operating procedures and production schedules
• Perform assembly line tasks, including component fitting, fastening, and basic manual assembly operations
• Carry out visual and basic measurement-based quality inspections at defined stages of production
• Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming products or materials to the relevant supervisor
• Follow documented work instructions, job cards, and production specifications accurately
• Maintain a clean, organised work area and support basic housekeeping (5S) activities
• Adhere to all site health and safety procedures, including correct use of PPE and safe handling of equipment
• Work flexibly across different stations and tasks to support production demands on both shifts (06:00-14:30 and 14:30-23:00)

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or factory environment
• Proven ability to operate basic production or assembly machinery safely and efficiently
• Experience working on an assembly line with repeatable, time-sensitive tasks
• Familiarity with conducting basic quality checks and completing related documentation
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures accurately
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work both shifts: 06:00-14:30 and 14:30-23:00 on a rotating basis
• Good level of physical fitness, with the ability to stand for long periods and handle light to moderate manual tasks

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in a high-volume, target-driven production environment
• Exposure to basic machine setup, changeovers, or minor adjustments
• Previous use of hand tools, power tools, or simple measuring equipment (e.g. calipers, gauges)
• Experience recording production data or using basic factory reporting systems
• Background in working to ISO or other quality management standards

Qualifications:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• Formal health and safety or manual handling training is advantageous
• Any vocational qualification in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Production Operations is beneficial