Production Operator - Day Shift

Search; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Search in Penicuik is seeking a Production Operative for a day shift in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will be involved in filling, labelling and packing products, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures.

The role offers structured training and clear progression opportunities within a cleanroom setting, with emphasis on quality, documentation and compliance. The position is based in Penicuik on a standard Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated environments such as FMCG/manufacturing.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and maintain documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and following procedures.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom or semi-confined environment.

Responsibilities

• Filling, labeling and packing products.
• Using liquid agents to test products before packing.
• Working in a semi-confined cleanroom environment.
• Carrying out tasks in a fast-paced production setting.
• Observing cell growth and grouping blood types as part of the production process.
• Completing and maintaining accurate production documentation.
• Following procedures to maintain quality and compliance.
• Participating in shift handovers to ensure smooth transitions between teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Regulated environment experience

Cleanroom environment

Job description

Production Operative - Day Shift

Location: Penicuik
Salary: £26,500 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:30-17:30

Are you looking to build a career within a regulated manufacturing environment? We're looking for a Production Operative to join a specialist production team, working in a cleanroom environment where accuracy, attention to detail and following procedures are essential.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be involved in the filling, labelling and packing of products, ensuring all processes are completed accurately and in line with strict quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Filling, labelling and packing products
• Using liquid agents to test products before packing
• Working in a semi-confined cleanroom environment
• Carrying out tasks in a fast-paced production setting
• Observing cell growth and grouping blood types as part of the production process
• Completing and maintaining accurate production documentation
• Following procedures to maintain quality and compliance
• Participating in shift handovers to ensure a smooth transition between teams

What You'll Get

• £26,500 per annum
• Monday-to-Friday working hours
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Clear progression opportunities, from entry level up to Level 3

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working in a regulated environment, such as FMCG, manufacturing or a similar industry
• Comfortable completing paperwork and maintaining accurate documentation
• Strong attention to detail and to following procedures
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom or semi-confined environment
• A positive attitude towards learning, training and developing new skills
• Reliable, motivated and keen to progress within the role

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.