Production Operative - DDS, Plains

JAMES DONALDSON & SONS LTD; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the timber industry is seeking a proactive and reliable Production Operative to join their team. This role focuses on assisting in the production of high-quality door sets in a fast-paced environment. No previous experience is required as training will be provided, making this a perfect opportunity for those looking to start their career in manufacturing.

Benefits

30 days' holiday (including bank holidays)

Length of service awards

Sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Optional benefits such as cycle to work

Holiday buy/sell

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Customer satisfaction focus.
• Accuracy and quality in work.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the production of door sets.
• Working to tight tolerances to produce high-quality products.
• Carrying out quality checks.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Production Operative - DDS, Plains, Glenrothes

Client:

JAMES DONALDSON & SONS LTD

Location:

Glenrothes, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

d224a0367a9b

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Donaldson Door Systems, part of the Donaldson Group, established in 1860, is one of the UK’s largest, privately owned timber companies. We are a family of 16 businesses and brands, ranging from B2B, retail, and e-commerce, all with shared values and a common vision. We are focused on providing a top customer experience, embracing innovation, and operating sustainably. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to nurturing and empowering our 1,700+ colleagues across the UK.

Benefits include: 30 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), length of service awards, sick pay, Employee Assistance Programme, and optional benefits such as cycle to work, holiday buy/sell, and private medical insurance.

This Role

We are recruiting for an Operative at our DDS Airdrie site. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, proactive, and reliable individual to join our team. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, requiring effective communication and problem-solving skills, teamwork, and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the production of door sets.
• Working to tight tolerances to produce high-quality products.
• Carrying out quality checks.
• Maintaining health & safety standards.
• Being flexible and contributing to various production tasks.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Customer satisfaction focus.
• Accuracy and quality in work.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Supportive teamwork and relationship building.
• Ability to support management systems.

No previous experience is required as training will be provided. The role is 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday.