Senior Production Operative

Medik8; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading skincare brand in Aylesbury is looking for a Senior Production Operative to lead operations on their production line. This hands-on role requires proven experience in manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to ensure safety and quality standards are met. The position offers a 3-month fixed-term contract with pay between £17.44 – £18.97 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support

Annual Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong understanding of line operations and production processes.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate team activities on the production line.
• Ensure daily production targets are met.
• Monitor process flows and escalate issues promptly.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing or production

Understanding of line operations

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Basic IT skills

Job description

Senior Production Operative

Overview: The Line Lead is the senior operator on a designated production line, responsible for leading day‑to‑day operations to ensure safety, quality, and output targets are met on their designated line. Acting as the first point of contact for operatives on the line, the Line Lead coordinates team activities, ensures adherence to SOPs and GMP, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

This hands‑on role bridges the gap between frontline operations and management, playing a key part in delivering consistent performance on the production floor.

It is a 3-month fixed‑term contract (FTC).

Night Shift: 10PM – 6:30am

Pay: between £17.44 – £18.97 per hour, depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the activities of operatives on the line to ensure smooth and efficient running of production.
• Ensure daily production targets are met in line with KPIs for output, quality, efficiency, and waste.
• Monitor process flows and elevate issues promptly to the Shift Manager for resolution.
• Set up machinery and conduct routine checks to ensure line readiness at the start of shifts.
• Conduct and record in‑process checks to ensure products meet required specifications.
• Act as the senior point of contact for all operatives on the line; provide clear direction, coaching, and support.
• Ensure operatives understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
• Support the onboarding and training of new team members on the line.
• Promote a team‑oriented environment, driving accountability and engagement on the line.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work area in accordance with GMP, Health & Safety, and company standards.
• Perform line‑side quality checks and documentation as per Quality Assurance procedures.
• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time, including batch records and logbooks.
• Immediately flag non‑conformance or deviations to the Shift Manager and assist in root cause investigations.
• Identify and suggest opportunities for improving line performance, reducing downtime, and minimising waste.
• Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to performance reviews with meaningful feedback from the line.
• Support trials, validations, and improvement projects as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally within a regulated industry (cosmetics, pharmaceutical, food).
• Strong understanding of line operations, equipment, and production processes.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and standard hygiene/safety procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead by example.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to complete accurate written documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

About us

Founded in 2009 by UK scientists and brothers, Elliot and Daniel Isaacs, we are a British, B Corp™ certified dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for our age‑defying heroes that deliver results without compromise.

Our mission is to simplify the route to great skin through the highest quality, most efficacious and trusted products on the market. All this is underpinned by our pioneering CSA Philosophy® of vitamin C plus sunscreen by day, and vitamin A (retinoids) by night which addresses 90% of anti‑ageing skincare needs to deliver more youthful‑looking skin.

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible & Hybrid working
• Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Long Service Awards
• 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
• Flexible Career opportunities
• Up‑skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
• 2 Volunteering days per year
• Matched Charitable Giving Scheme

Want to do a little more research before you apply?

Head over to our main careers page to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor & Instagram.

Our DE&I ethos

At Medik8, we believe that diversity within our workplace drives innovation. We celebrate multiple backgrounds, cultures, approaches and points of view, and believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a workforce as diverse as our consumer base, creating a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture and allowing all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.
Our DE&I ethos also flows through our recruitment process. Studies found that minority groupings tend to apply for roles only when they meet 100% of the role requirements, in comparison to non‑minority groupings tend to apply when they meet only 60% of the role requirements (Hewlett Packard ). The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you think you meet 60+ of the role spec and are passionate, excited & feel like you have the potential to fulfil the rest - then we want to hear from you!