Production Operator: Safety‑First, Quality‑Driven

Scottish Leather Group; Bridge of Weir; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Company sick pay

Enhanced annual leave

Health and wellbeing programme

Employee Assistance Programme with GP

Cycle to work

Electric vehicle schemes

Free on-site parking

Retail discounts

Job summary

Scottish Leather Group is seeking an Operations Team member to ensure high-quality hides meet customer requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will follow SOPs, own Health & Safety, and contribute to continuous improvement within a supportive team.

You’ll deliver production targets, maintain a clean 5S workplace, and collaborate with Supervisors to resolve issues and keep production on track. Ideal for those with manufacturing experience and a proactive, reliable mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational, manufacturing, or production environment is preferred.
• Reliability, motivation, and ability to work well in a team.
• Strong safety mindset and willingness to learn new procedures.
• Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Organised, able to prioritise, and meet production targets.
• Flexible and open to change, with a desire to continuously improve.

Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operational Procedures to meet quality and performance standards.
• Take personal responsibility for Health and Safety and promote safe practices.
• Deliver production targets and ensure hides meet customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe 5S-compliant workspace.
• Identify issues with the Supervisor and resolve production problems.
• Work as a team, communicate clearly, and model top performance.
• Be proactive in adapting to change and driving efficiency improvements.
• Physically lift and manoeuvre finished hides as part of the role.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Scottish Leather Group is seeking an Operations Team member to ensure high-quality hides meet customer requirements in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will follow SOPs, own Health & Safety, and contribute to continuous improvement within a supportive team.

You’ll deliver production targets, maintain a clean 5S workplace, and collaborate with Supervisors to resolve issues and keep production on track. Ideal for those with manufacturing experience and a proactive, reliable mindset.