Production Operative (Assistant)

Randstad Employment Bureau; Witney; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Employment Bureau is seeking a Production Assistant in Witney to help keep our manufacturing lines running smoothly. You will operate production machinery, monitor quality, and maintain accurate records on safety and GMP standards.

Ideal candidates show strong numeracy and literacy, clear communication, and a team-focused approach. A 5-year verifiable history is required. The role offers an attractive hourly rate (£17.19) with a 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern from 7pm to 7am.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and literacy for managing machine settings and data entry.
• Clear communication and legible handwritten reports.
• Organised, methodical with a "team-first" attitude.
• Ability to provide a 5-year verifiable history (employment, education, or other activities).

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and operate production machinery per SOPs.
• Ensure GMP compliance and safe products; uphold regulatory requirements.
• Maintain clear records of batch entries and digital data reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and keep the line running.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Team player

Vetting requirements

Job description

Have a background with machinery and a keen eye for quality? Join our production floor and keep our lines running smoothly.

Role: Production Assistant
Location: Witney
Pay: £17.19 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 Days On, 4 Days Off (7pm-7am)

Your Role & Responsibilities

In this role, precision is everything. You will be the engine behind our manufacturing process, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of safety and excellence.

• Machine Operation: Set up, monitor, and operate specialised production machinery strictly adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Quality Assurance: Maintain total compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements to ensure patient safety.
• Meticulous Documentation: Keep crystal-clear records, including manual batch entries and digital data reporting.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and keep the production line running at peak efficiency.

What We're Looking For

We value reliability and a proactive mindset. To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Strong Fundamentals: Solid numeracy and literacy skills for managing machine settings and data entry.
• Clear Communication: The ability to relay information effectively and maintain legible, accurate handwritten reports.
• Organisational Skills: A methodical approach to tasks and a "team-first" attitude.
• Vetting Requirements: You must be able to provide a 5-year verifiable history (employment, education, or other activities).

Why Apply?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to join a global leader in healthcare that offers a competitive hourly rate and a consistent, predictable shift pattern that allows for a great work-life balance.