Production Operator

E3 Recruitment; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£16 / hour

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing Temporary Contract

Training and upskilling

Career progression

Family-run environment

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is supporting a Doncaster based, family-run manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Production Operator. This hands-on role covers production, warehousing and logistics with duties across machinery operation, checks and basic maintenance.

A valid FLT Counterbalance licence is essential, as is a cooperative team player ethos. The position offers £16/hour, overtime opportunities, an ongoing temporary contract and opportunities for training and progression in a friendly,

Qualifications

• Experience in production, manufacturing, agriculture, process, or similar industries.
• Valid FLT Counterbalance Licence.
• Experience in warehousing, packaging, or dispatch operations.
• Good computer skills and ability to use basic systems.
• Strong work ethic and hands-on attitude.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery within the production facility.
• Carrying out basic machine checks and supporting maintenance where required.
• Operating FLT Counterbalance trucks safely and efficiently.
• Assisting with loading, unloading, warehousing, and packaging activities.
• Supporting export and dispatch operations when needed.
• Ensuring products are completed to high-quality standards.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation across the site.
• Working collaboratively with other team members to meet production targets.

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Production Operator to join a successful and growing family-run manufacturing business based in Doncaster.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a production or manufacturing background who enjoys working as part of a team, being hands-on, and getting fully involved in the day-to-day running of a busy factory.
The company produces premium hay and grass-based products supplied into the agriculture, pet and animal feed markets across the UK and internationally.They are now looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operator with a valid FLT Counterbalance Licence to support their production operation.
What's on Offer?

• £16 / hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Ongoing Temporary Contract
• Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities
• Long-term career progression within a growing company
• Friendly and supportive family-run working environment

Shift Pattern

• Mon - Fri, 5pm - 1am

The Role of Production Operator
As a Production Operator, you will work as part of the production team to support the smooth running of the factory.This is a hands-on role where you will be involved in a variety of tasks across production, warehousing, and logistics.
Responsibilities will include:

• Operating machinery within the production facility
• Carrying out basic machine checks and supporting maintenance where required
• Operating FLT Counterbalance trucks safely and efficiently
• Assisting with loading, unloading, warehousing, and packaging activities
• Supporting export and dispatch operations when needed
• Ensuring products are completed to high-quality standards
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation across the site
• Working collaboratively with other team members to meet production targets

What We're Looking For in a Production Operator
The business is looking for someone who is reliable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
To be successful, candidates should have:

• Previous experience in production, manufacturing, agriculture, process, or similar industries
• A valid FLT Counterbalance Licence
• Experience in warehousing, packaging, or dispatch operations
• Good computer skills and ability to use basic systems
• A strong work ethic and positive, hands‑on attitude
• Ability to work well as part of a team

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that genuinely values its people and offers the chance to grow alongside the business as it continues expanding into global markets.