Production Operative (Melting/Casting/Knock-out)

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company is looking for a Production Operative in Sittingbourne. This physically demanding role involves working with metals and moulds in a busy production setting. Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing, be physically fit, and safety-conscious, with their own transport. Competitive pay at GBP12.36 per hour is offered along with full training and long-term prospects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Able to perform manual labor comfortably.
• Must have access to personal transport due to shift timings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and equipment before casting.
• Clean and set up moulds for production.
• Handle moulds post-casting.
• Follow health & safety procedures and wear PPE appropriately.

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Job description

Overview

Production Operative — Sittingbourne (Driving required due to location) — GBP12.36 per hour
Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:30am – 1:30pm (Early Friday Finish!)

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Production Operative to join their team. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role involving work with metals and moulds in a busy production environment.

Duties

• Preparing materials and equipment prior to casting
• Cleaning and setting up moulds
• Moving and handling moulds post-casting
• Breaking down moulds manually
• General manual handling and factory duties
• Recording job data using an internal system
• Following all health & safety procedures and using PPE appropriately
• Understanding COSHH and risk assessment protocols

Ideal candidate

• Have previous experience in a manufacturing, foundry, or industrial setting
• Be physically fit and comfortable with manual work
• Be safety-conscious and detail-oriented
• Be reliable, hardworking, and able to work as part of a team
• Have access to their own transport due to location and shift times

This is a great opportunity to join a stable and supportive company offering full training and long-term prospects.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

This role is being handled by Sammy Messenger, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.