Production Operator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A production role at Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Inverness involves hands-on work on the shop floor, ensuring safe operation of equipment and adherence to procedures. You will contribute to quality outcomes, participate in routine maintenance, and support efficient production across rotating shifts.

The position emphasizes clear documentation, safety practices, and teamwork to meet production targets and customer expectations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous production/manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices, including safe systems of work.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for routine checks on equipment.
• Comfort with fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Good communication to report issues clearly.
• Numeracy and literacy to complete production records.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently per SOPs.
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance to keep machinery running to spec.
• Monitor production output and quality; report issues promptly to the lead.
• Follow health and safety procedures and proper PPE use.
• Complete production documentation including batch/shift records where required.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the shift to maintain smooth production flow.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area per housekeeping standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Procedural literacy

Health and safety

Mechanical aptitude

Shift work

Communication

Numeracy & literacy

Job description

Join a forward-thinking manufacturing environment in Inverness where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are at the heart of day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on role for someone who takes pride in producing reliable output, working as part of a supportive team, and contributing to efficient production across shifts.

You'll be joining a business that values clear processes, practical training, and a culture of respect-where your work on the shop floor directly impacts performance, customer satisfaction, and ongoing operational success.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently in line with standard operating procedures.
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance tasks to keep machinery running to specification.
• Monitor production output and quality, reporting any issues promptly to the relevant lead.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including safe working practices and correct use of PPE.
• Complete production documentation accurately, including batch/shift records where required.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Work effectively with colleagues across the shift to maintain smooth production flow.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area in line with housekeeping standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions accurately.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices, including safe systems of work.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform routine checks on equipment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to report issues clearly.
• Numeracy and literacy skills sufficient to complete production records.
• Experience working with manufacturing processes and production targets (advantageous).
• Relevant safety training such as manual handling and/or COSHH awareness (advantageous).