Production Operatives

Manpower UK Limited; Waterbeach; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Production Operative to join the Frame Department in Waterbeach. This temporary role involves operating machinery, maintaining quality standards, and meeting production deadlines. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of production experience, attention to detail, and strong teamwork skills. The role offers an hourly rate of £12.21 plus holiday pay, with overtime available.

Benefits

Weekly pay

28 days of annual leave

MyPath career development platform

Ongoing support and growth opportunities

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year production experience with machinery operation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Manual handling knowledge and good mechanical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain production machinery.
• Operate machines to meet daily targets and quality standards.
• Perform manual handling of stock and assist with stock takes.
• Follow health and safety regulations.

Skills

Production experience with machinery operation

Attention to detail

Manual handling knowledge

Team-oriented

Tools

Cassese Saw

Underpinner

Valiani

Apache printer

Job description

Production Operatives - Frame Department

Location: Waterbeach, Cambridge
Start Date: From November 2025
Duration: Up to 12 weeks
Hours: Mon-Thu 7am-4pm, Fri 7am-1pm
Hourly Rate: £12.21 + Holiday Pay

Overtime paid at £14.00/hr for hours over 40 per week

Manpower is seeking a reliable Production Operative to join the Frame Department of our client in Waterbeach. This temporary role involves setting up and operating machinery, producing, and assembling frames, and maintaining quality standards within strict deadlines. If you're eager to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment this winter and are interested in a temporary seasonal role, we would love to hear from you!

Applicants will undergo assessments, and successful candidates may start anytime between November and December. All assignments will last for a maximum of 12 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain production machinery (Cassese Saw, Underpinner, Valiani, Apache printer)
• Operate machines to meet daily targets and quality standards
• Perform manual handling of stock and assist with stock takes
• Follow health and safety regulations and support other photography areas as needed

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year production experience with machinery operation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Manual handling knowledge and good mechanical understanding
• Positive, team-oriented, and open to learning new methods

Why Work with Manpower?

As a Manpower employee, you will benefit from:

• Weekly pay
• 28 days of annual leave
• Access to MyPath - our exclusive career development platform with free online courses
• Ongoing support and opportunities to grow your career
• A friendly and supportive working environment

Please Note:

• Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal) are essential to meet health and safety standards.
• Any planned holiday dates must be disclosed at the time of application. Extended leave during the assignment is not permitted.

If you're motivated and ready to contribute to a fast-paced production team, apply now or call us at 01223 323133 to learn more about the role!