Production Operative – Full Time – Shaw

Catering; Shaw; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

First Military Recruitment is seeking a Production Operative for a client in Shaw, Oldham to assemble, finish, and prepare signage products to high quality standards. The role involves working with various materials and production equipment, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely delivery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for reading drawings, using hand and power tools, and following production schedules.

Qualifications

• Ability to read production drawings and work instructions.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Flexible to assist across departments.
• Quality-focused with problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assemble signage products from drawings and work instructions.
• Build illuminated and non-illuminated signs.
• Install LED lighting systems and basic wiring.
• Prepare and finish products for inspection and dispatch.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Inspect work and report defects.
• Package signs for transport and maintain a clean workspace.
• Follow production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Support other production departments as needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Problem solving

Driving licence

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Production equipment

Job description

MS701 – ProductionOperative

Location: Shaw, Oldham

Salary: £26,364 – £30,420 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Production Operative on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate is responsible for assembling, finishing andpreparing a wide range of signage products to the required quality standards. The roleinvolves working with various materials, components and production equipment whileensuring jobs are completed safely, accurately and on time.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assemble a variety of internal and external signage products from drawings and work instructions.
• Build fabricated signs including illuminated and non-illuminated products.
• Fit vinyl graphics, acrylic faces, aluminium components and trims.
• Install LED lighting systems and carry out basic wiring.
• Prepare and finish products ready for quality inspection and dispatch.
• Operate hand tools, power tools and production equipment safely.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets company quality standards.
• Report any defects, shortages or production issues to the Production Supervisor.
• Package completed signs to prevent damage during transport.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow production schedules to ensure customer deadlines are achieved.
• Assist other production departments when required.Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production team.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good practical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read production paperwork and assembly drawings.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Quality-focused with excellent attention to detail.
• Flexible and willing to assist across departments.
• Problem-solving mindset.

Salary: £26364 – £30420/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Shaw