Production Operative - Grade 1 (Day Shift)

SeeMeHired.com; Toome; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in construction materials is seeking a Production Operative for day shifts in Toome. The role involves inspecting products, ensuring workplace cleanliness, and operating machinery. Applicants should have a keen eye for detail, a commitment to safety, and be willing to learn. Enjoy a 4-day work week with additional perks including health care, life assurance, and generous leave options. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected company dedicated to quality and teamwork.

Benefits

4-day working week

25 days annual leave

Health Care Plan

Life assurance

Birthday Half-Day Off

Qualifications

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to inspect products and maintain cleanliness.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect paving products for defects.
• Strap and wrap bales for safe storage.
• Maintain cleanliness in production areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team-player attitude

Proactive approach

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Production Operative - Grade 1 (Day Shift)

🎉 We're Hiring: Production Operative - Grade 1 (Day Shift) 🎉

Location: Toome

Hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 4:00pm (4-day work week 😄)

Reports to: Production Supervisor

🔧What you'll be doing:

• ✅ Inspect paving products for cracks, chips, and colour consistency
• ✅ Strap and wrap bales securely for safe storage and transport
• ✅ Keep production areas clean and equipment maintained daily
• ✅ Operate machinery on the FC and grinding lines
• ✅ Drive forklifts (with a valid license)
• ✅ Follow health & safety protocols and suggest improvements

💪 What You Bring:

• A keen eye for detail and quality
• A proactive approach to safety and efficiency
• A team-player attitude and solid work ethic
• 🌟 Why You’ll Love It Here:
  • 4-day working week – Enjoy a long weekend every week, with your working hours from Monday to Thursday, 6:00am to 4.00pm
  • 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
  • Additional holiday entitlement linked to length of service
  • Health Care Plan
  • Life assurance at twice your annual salary
  • Birthday Half-Day Off – a small way we celebrate you
  • and so much more!

About the role

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect paving products on the production line for defects like cracks, chips, or colour inconsistencies. Follow company procedures to document and report any issues promptly.
• Securely strap and wrap bales of paving products to ensure stability during storage and transportation, following safety guidelines and quality standards to prevent damage or movement of goods.
• Daily cleaning and maintenance: Perform thorough daily cleaning and housekeeping of production areas, including sweeping floors, removing debris, and ensuring equipment and workspaces are tidy and free from hazards.
• Clean mixers, main press machine, and doser equipment daily by removing raw materials, clearing dust and debris, and wiping surfaces to maintain equipment functionality and quality standards. Inspect components and follow all safety procedures during the cleaning process.
• Operate the FC line by setting up, monitoring, and adjusting machinery to ensure efficient and continuous production. Follow all safety protocols and quality standards, perform routine checks for proper operation, promptly address minor faults, and report any significant issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Gain an understanding of the operation of the grinding line, including setting up the machinery, running production cycles, changing grinding diamonds and stones as needed to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Operate forklifts as required, provided the appropriate license is held.
• Ensure that workplace cleanliness is maintained and adhere strictly to all health and safety protocols. Take personal responsibility for your own well‑being and promptly report any concerns as required by company policy.
• Proactively seek and suggest ideas for improvement—whether related to health and safety, business processes, or cost‑saving measures—and report them as a ‘Good Catch’.
• Any other duties as required by management that are within your capability.

The above list is not exhaustive but provides a broad range of key duties and responsibilities of the post.

About the company

Renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick.

Required Criteria

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Pay close attention to detail when inspecting products, maintaining cleanliness, and following company procedures.
• Show willingness to learn new tasks and operate machinery with guidance.
• Follow instructions and always adhere to health and safety protocols.
• Exhibit good communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude towards suggesting improvements.
• Be willing to undertake training and work flexibly as needed.

Desired Criteria

• Prior work experience.
• A current forklift license.

Skills you'll need