Production Operative - 3 Shifts Rotating

Pro-Found Recruitment Solutions; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Production Operative for a client in Grimethorpe, Barnsley. This physically demanding role involves operating machinery, quality checking, and packing products. Candidates should have prior experience in production and be able to work rotating shifts. Competitive pay rates are offered, with the possibility of a permanent contract after 12 weeks.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assembly or production is essential.
• CNC or machine operating experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in the processing plant.
• Operate and load machinery.
• Perform quality checks on materials and products.

Skills

Assembly/production/manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Good work ethic

Hard working and reliable

Job description

Pro-Found Recruitment are recruiting a Production Operative for our client based in Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72.

Production Operative Benefits:

• Monday to Friday Rotating shifts - Days 6am to 2pm, afters 2pm to 10pm and Nights 10pm to 6am - these shifts rotate each week and Fridays are an early finish
• Hours: 39 hours per week paid weekly
• Start date: Monday 18th August 2025
• Pay Rates: 15.38 for days/afters & 16.36 for nights
• Contract: Temporary to Permanent after 12 weeks based on performance, attendance and client requirement
• Location: Grimethorpe, Barnsley, S72

Production Operative Duties:

• Working in th eprocessing plant
• Operating and loading machinery
• Operating saws
• Quality checking of materials and finished products
• Packing and taping items
• Working with wood and heavy worktops
• Following instructions
• General Housekeeping
• Working on your own and as part of a team
• Minimum daily requirements (production targets)

Production Operative Criteria:

• Previous assembly/production/manufacturing experience essential
• CNC or machine operating experienced preferred but not essential
• Able to work rotating shifts
• Hard working, reliable and punctual
• Experience of joinery/carpentry preferred but not essential
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good work ethic and prepared to learn new skills

Please note this is a very physically demanding role and requires regular manual handling as part of the day to day duties

Pro-Found Recruitment are an employment business and equal opportunities employer.