Production Operative - Dewsbury

Manpower; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower in Dewsbury is seeking reliable, hard-working individuals to join our production team as Unskilled Production Operatives on a long-term, ongoing contract. The role involves packing orders, feeding machines, and maintaining quality on the production line.

Shifts rotate: mornings and afternoons with total 39 hours weekly; a £14.62 hourly rate with a pay rise to £15.53 after 12 weeks. Applicants must have their own transport or live within walking distance.

Qualifications

• Previous production experience preferred.
• Must be reliable, punctual and a team player.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and adhere to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Packing orders and preparing products for dispatch.
• Feeding machines and monitoring their operation.
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure product standards.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment on the production shop floor.
• Supporting other tasks on the production line as required.

Skills

Previous production experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Instruction following

Health and safety

Attention to detail

Job description

Production Operative (Long-Term Ongoing Contract)

Location: Dewsbury

Working Hours: Rotating shifts

• Morning Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Monday to Thursday), 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Friday)
• Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Monday to Thursday), 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Friday)
• Total Weekly Hours: 39 hours

Pay Rates:

• Rotating Shift: £14.62 per hour
• Pay Rise: After 12 weeks of service - £15.53

PLEASE note due to start time and location you MUST have your own transport or live within walking distance.

Job Overview:

Our client is a leading manufacturing company based in Dewsbury and are looking for reliable, hard-working individuals to join their team as Unskilled Production Operatives on a long-term, ongoing contract. The ideal candidates will have previous production experience, although full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Packing orders and preparing products for dispatch
• Feeding machines and monitoring their operation
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure product standards
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment on the production shop floor
• Supporting other tasks on the production line as required

Requirements:

• Previous production experience is preferred
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to health and safety standards
• Flexibility to work on rotating shifts
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Full-time, regular hours with the opportunity for overtime
• Ongoing contract with a possibility of permanent employment for the right candidate
• Pay increase after 12 weeks