Production Operative - Permanent with Career Progression

Lawrence Dean Recruitment; Shefford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £26,312

Salary increase after probation

Structured training & progression

Full-time permanent

Career development

Rotating shifts

Ongoing training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Lawrence Dean Recruitment client in Shefford is seeking Production Operatives for a permanent, full-time role. Earn £26,312 with progression to £26,768 after a 3-month probation. Enjoy structured training, salary growth through progression, and a Monday–Friday 37.5-hour week on rotating early/late shifts.

Join a busy manufacturing team with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and teamwork. This opportunity offers long-term career development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to operate machinery and undertake practical, hands-on work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Reliable, hardworking and safety-conscious.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet production targets and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts (6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00) and hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment to manufacture plastic products.
• Assist with moulding, prepare moulds, weigh materials and remove finished items.
• Monitor processes to ensure quality standards are met.
• Trim, finish and inspect products for the next production stage.
• Record production data and quality checks accurately.
• Identify and report machinery faults or quality issues.
• Contribute to team and personal production targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production area.
• Follow health and safety procedures and use PPE correctly.
• Support the wider production team as required.

Skills

Production machinery

Quality control

Health & safety

Manual handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Tools

PPE use?

Job description

Lawrence Dean Recruitment client in Shefford is seeking Production Operatives for a permanent, full-time role. Earn £26,312 with progression to £26,768 after a 3-month probation. Enjoy structured training, salary growth through progression, and a Monday–Friday 37.5-hour week on rotating early/late shifts.

Join a busy manufacturing team with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and teamwork. This opportunity offers long-term career development within a supportive environment.