Production Operative Nightshift

Crem Recruitment; Ely; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Crem Recruitment is seeking a Production Operative to join a busy packaging team on a permanent night shift in the United Kingdom. The role offers a 39-hour week with a night pattern and a pay rate of £14.59 per hour.

You'll maintain Health & Safety standards, follow specification sheets, and support materials availability for production. Own transport is essential due to site location.

Qualifications

• Previous production experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• A team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Follow instructions detailed on specification sheets.
• Liaise with relevant departments to ensure materials are available for production.
• Support the production crew with efficient job set-ups.
• Stack and dispatch pallets to a high standard suitable for palletisation.
• Carry out cleaning duties and basic maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve manual handling processes.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to the Machine Operator.
• Use resources efficiently to minimise waste and reduce costs.
• Assist in resolving quality and operational issues.
• Contribute ideas to improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude at all times.

Skills

Production experience

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Reliable

Team player

Job description

We are currently seeking a Production Operative to join our client's busy packaging team on a permanent night shift. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and growing business, developing your skills while working in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for progression.

Pay Rate

£14.59 per hour

Working Hours

This position operates on a 39-hour night shift pattern:

• Sunday: 10:00pm - Monday 5:00am
• Monday to Thursday: 10:00pm - 5:00am
• Friday: Finish at 5:00am

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, hygiene, and housekeeping.
• Follow instructions detailed on specification sheets.
• Liaise with relevant departments to ensure materials are available for production.
• Support the production crew with efficient job set-ups.
• Stack and dispatch pallets to a high standard suitable for palletisation.
• Carry out cleaning duties and basic maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve manual handling processes.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to the Machine Operator.
• Use resources efficiently to minimise waste and reduce costs.
• Assist in resolving quality and operational issues.
• Contribute ideas to improve productivity, service levels, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain a positive and proactive attitude at all times.

What We're Looking For

• Previous production experience is essential.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
• A team player with a positive attitude.

Please note: Due to the location of the site, own transport is essential.

If you're looking for a hands-on night shift role within a growing company that offers career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.