Production Operator

Kpi-Recruiting-Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

INDCOM is recruiting for a Production Operator in Stoke-on-Trent. The role is hands-on, across different manufacturing areas, with full training provided. You will operate machinery, follow safety and quality standards, and complete paperwork.

Ideal candidates have experience in production, can handle physical tasks, and communicate well in a team. Shifts rotate across days, afternoons and nights; driving licence is required, forklift licence is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform manual handling and physical tasks.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and complete paperwork.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work rotating three-shift pattern and cover holidays.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production machinery and equipment in line with company procedures.
• Follow health, safety and quality standards at all times.
• Complete production documentation accurately, including process records and quality paperwork.
• Carry out machine set-ups and product changeovers.
• Take product samples and perform basic quality control checks.
• Minimise product waste by following good manufacturing practices.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards using a clean-as-you-go approach.
• Complete structured shift handovers, ensuring accurate communication between teams.
• Report maintenance issues, defects and improvement opportunities promptly.
• Assist with opening and locking the site when required, depending on shift.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

Skills

Manual handling

SOP adherence

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Tools

Counterbalance forklift

Job description

Production Operator

Location: Stoke - On - Trent
Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Rotating Monday to Friday

• Days: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• Afternoons: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Nights: 10:00pm - 6:00am

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Production Operator to join a well-established manufacturing business in Staffordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous production or factory experience who is looking to develop their skills within a supportive and safety-focused environment.

This is a varied, hands-on role working across different areas of the manufacturing process. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who is reliable, eager to learn and enjoys working as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate production machinery and equipment in line with company procedures
• Follow all health, safety and quality standards at all times
• Complete production documentation accurately, including process records and quality paperwork
• Carry out machine set-ups and product changeovers
• Take product samples and perform basic quality control checks
• Minimise product waste by following good manufacturing practices
• Maintain high housekeeping standards using a clean-as-you-go approach
• Complete structured shift handovers, ensuring accurate communication between teams
• Report maintenance issues, defects and improvement opportunities promptly
• Assist with opening and locking the site when required, depending on shift
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working within a production, manufacturing or factory environment
• Comfortable carrying out manual handling and physical tasks
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and accurately complete paperwork
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Flexible to work a rotating three-shift pattern and provide holiday cover when required
• Full UK driving lisene
• A Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence would be advantageous, although not essential

INDCOM