Production Operative Night

Gap Personnel; Tredegar; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Personnel in Tredegar is recruiting a Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing site. This is a full‑time role on site, with a night shift pattern to be confirmed with the client.

The successful candidate will work Monday – Thursday, 16:45 – 02:30, bringing a strong work ethic and willingness to learn to a skilled production team. You will operate equipment, assist with component fabrication, assemble products to specification and help sustain quality and safety across daily

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with good timekeeping.
• Able to work unsupervised when required.
• Good technical and practical abilities.
• Reliable team player with strong communication.
• Strong quality focus and attention to detail.
• Understanding of production processes preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot minor issues using mechanical knowledge.
• Fabricate components using milling machines.
• Assemble products to specification.
• Collaborate to maintain smooth production flow.
• Follow all health & safety procedures and safe tool handling.

Skills

Self-motivated attitude

Strong timekeeping

Ability to work unsupervised

Good technical skills

Practical ability

Reliable team player

Effective communication

Quality focus

Attention to detail

Understanding of production processes

Tools

Milling machines

Machinery and equipment

Job description

Production Operative – Nights Location: Tredegar

We’re recruiting a Production Operative to join a busy and well‑run manufacturing environment in Tredegar. This is a full‑time, days‑only position with a stable weekday shift pattern.

Shift Pattern

• Monday – Thursday
• 16:45 – 02:30am

About the Role

You’ll be working as part of a skilled production team, supporting daily manufacturing operations and ensuring products meet high quality standards. Previous experience is helpful but not essential, a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are key.

What We’re Looking For

• Self‑motivated attitude with strong timekeeping
• Ability to work unsupervised when required
• Good technical skills and practical ability
• A reliable team player who can communicate well across all levels
• Strong quality focus and attention to detail
• Understanding of production processes is preferred but not essential

Key Responsibilities

• Operating machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
• Using mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot minor issues
• Fabricating components using tools such as milling machines
• Assembling products to specification
• Working collaboratively to support smooth production flow
• Following all health & safety procedures and safe tool handling