Production Operative weekends

Pertemps; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Tamworth is seeking a motivated Weekends Production Operative / Machine Operator. This full-time role offers a structured working environment, competitive pay, and long-term career development with potential earnings of £15+ per hour post-training. Responsibilities include routine production tasks, equipment setup, monitoring production quality, and maintaining workflow efficiency. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and be reliable. A flexible commitment to weekend shifts is essential.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work programme

Employee assistance support

Health scheme

Long‑service recognition

Reward programmes

Performance-related bonus opportunities

Regular overtime pay

Additional annual leave for service

Qualifications

• 6–12+ months of Production Operative experience is preferred.
• Ability to work to targets and contribute to team success.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine Production Operative tasks.
• Prepare and set equipment according to requirements.
• Monitor production processes and maintain quality.
• Use hand tools for inspection and quality checks.
• Complete documentation and adhere to SOPs.
• Support basic machine upkeep and handle materials.
• Manage automated machinery and perform setting duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Reliability

Proactivity

Ability to follow instructions

Team contribution

Job description

Temp-to-Perm | Leading Manufacturing Business Excellent Working Environment

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Potential to Earn £15+ per Hour Once Fully Trained

We are looking for a motivated and dependable Weekends Production Operative / Machine Operator to join our specialist electrical and mechanical process plant on a full-time basis. This is a hands‑on, practical role ideal for someone who enjoys structured processes, working to targets, and being part of a supportive team. This position offers long‑term security, career development, and an excellent pathway to increased earnings following successful training and probation.

Shift Pattern

1800-0600 Friday to Sunday (33 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities of the weekend twilight shift operator include:

• Carrying out routine Production Operative tasks over the weekends and following established procedures
• Preparing and setting equipment in line with company requirements
• Monitoring each stage of the production process and maintaining consistent output quality
• Using hand tools to inspect and quality‑check your own work
• Accurately completing documentation and adhering to SOPs
• Supporting basic machine upkeep and safe handling of raw metallic materials
• Maintaining focus in a fast‑paced environment and contributing to smooth workflow
• Managing automated machinery and carrying out some setting duties

Person Profile We are seeking someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail and good communication skills
• Is reliable, proactive, and eager to learn
• Can follow written and verbal instructions confidently
• Is comfortable working to targets and contributing to team success
• Ideally has 6–12+ months of Production Operative experience
• Can commit to fixed weekends and remain flexible as the business grows

Hours & Pay

• Hours: 0600-1800 Friday to Sunday
• Starting Rate: £13.93 per hour
• Pay Increase: Upon successful completion of probation
• Earning Potential: £15+ per hour once fully trained

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work programme
• Employee assistance support
• Health scheme
• Long‑service recognition
• Reward programmes
• Performance‑related bonus opportunities
• Regular overtime with premium payments
• Additional annual leave day for every 12 months of service

If you are interested in this position, please click apply now or send your CV to [e-mail]