Production Yard Operator

Manpower UK Ltd; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading concrete manufacturing company in Didcot is seeking a Production Yard Operator. You will manage various machinery to ensure quality production of concrete blocks while maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates are safety-conscious and possess effective communication skills. The role offers an annual salary of 27,820.79 GBP plus benefits including a company pension and 27 days holiday.

Benefits

Company pension

27 days holiday

Shift allowance

Qualifications

• Experience working in a factory setting preferred.
• Willingness to attend training and development opportunities.
• Commitment to health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a strong safety culture for yourself and your colleagues.
• Ensure quality procedures for all production processes.
• Maintain a clean, efficient work environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Safety-consciousness

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Basic literacy and numeracy (GCSE or equivalent)

Job description

Do you want to join a dynamic team in a concrete block manufacturing environment that serves both commercial and housing markets in Didcot, Oxfordshire.
As a Production Yard Operator, you'll be trained to safely and efficiently manage a variety of plant and equipment-ensuring that both quality and customer satisfaction remain top priorities.
You'll play a vital part in producing high-quality concrete blocks by operating batching, manufacturing, packaging machinery, and mobile plant. A comprehensive training program will support your journey.
What You'll Be Responsible For
Health & Safety

• Uphold a strong safety culture for yourself and your colleagues
• Follow all site safety procedures and legal requirements
• Report safety concerns and unsafe conditions immediately
• Adhere strictly to risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Keep PPE and tools well-maintained and report any defects
• Ensure guarding on machinery is in place and functional
• Follow permit-to-work procedures for high-risk tasks

Quality Systems

• Complete and sign control documentation daily
• Follow specified quality procedures for all production processes
• Flag any quality issues promptly
• Help foster a culture of sustainability within the plant

About You
We're looking for individuals who are:

• Excellent communicators with a proactive attitude
• Safety-conscious with awareness of relevant legislation
• Organised and capable of maintaining a clean, efficient work environment
• Able to work independently or within a team
• Willing to be trained on all manufacturing equipment
• Effective problem-solvers with a flexible, can-do mindset

What You'll Need

• Basic literacy and numeracy (GCSE level or equivalent)
• Experience working in a factory setting preferred
• Prior teamwork experience
• Willingness to attend training and development opportunities
• Commitment to following internal policies and legal requirements, including anti-fraud, health and safety, and HR policies

27,820.79 per annum plus shift allowance 6032.94 per annum & local productivity bonus, company pension and 27 days holiday. Working 4 on/4 off days working pattern average of 42 hours per week, (phone number removed)with an hour for lunch.