Production Operative - Oldham

Northwood; Royton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Operative, where you'll play a vital role in operating high-speed machinery and ensuring quality standards. This exciting opportunity offers career progression in a dynamic manufacturing environment with rotating shifts. You'll be part of a dedicated team focused on safety and efficiency, with full training provided for those new to the industry. Enjoy a range of company benefits, including voluntary overtime, a pension scheme, and discounts on various services. If you're eager to develop your skills in manufacturing, apply today!

Benefits

Voluntary overtime at enhanced rates

Company pension

Life assurance

Free early access to pay scheme

Employee referral scheme

Free company products

Free on-site parking

Retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts

Wellness programmes

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work to high standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring machinery to ensure smooth production.
• Conducting quality checks on finished products.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Manufacturing or Production Operative? Are you interested in starting your career in the industry?

If you’re searching for an opportunity to develop your skills in a manufacturing role with opportunities for career progression, look no further!

We are recruiting Production Operatives to join our team based in Oldham with opportunities to join our Production shifts working a rotating pattern of 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm and 10pm-6am.

About the Role

As a Production Operative you'll be responsible for running high-speed machinery safely, efficiently, and effectively. This includes performing quality and safety checks, troubleshooting issues, and making adjustments as needed.

The main focus of this role is teamwork, safety, and working to high standards.

Production Operative Duties

• Operating and monitoring machinery to ensure production runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Conducting regular quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet the required standards.
• Undertaking routine maintenance and cleaning of the machinery.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of materials.
• Adhering to quality, health, and safety procedures and regulations.
• Keeping accurate records of production output and downtime and working as a team to reach output targets.
• Carrying out pre-use machinery checks, identifying any issues or faults.

If you have experience or an interest in developing skills in manufacturing and production, FMCG, as a Factory Operative, Skilled Operative, Machine Operator, Production Operative, or Manufacturing Operative, apply today!

Benefits

Company benefits:

• Voluntary overtime at enhanced rates
• Company pension
• Life assurance
• Free early access to pay scheme
• Employee referral scheme
• Free company products
• Free on-site parking
• Retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms discounts
• Wellness programmes, including Employee Assistance Program and OnDemand GP service
• Salary sacrifice schemes

Requirements

Essential Criteria

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to high standards.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• Ability to adhere to health, safety and quality standards.
• Excellent attendance and timekeeping
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to work rotating shift patterns if required.

Desirable Criteria

Previous experience in manufacturing or production, or as a machine operator in an FMCG environment is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.