Trainee Manufacturing Operative in Shaftesbury)

Rubicon Recruitment Group; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Manufacturing Operative for a well-established business in Shaftesbury. This role offers a salary of £25,000, a 4-day working week, and a temp-to-perm opportunity with full training provided. Candidates should be detail-oriented, willing to learn, and have reliable transport due to the rural location. Apply today to begin your manufacturing career.

Benefits

£25,000 annual salary

4-day working week

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Full training provided

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Comfortable working on your feet throughout the day.
• Access to your own transport and ability to commute daily.
• Previous experience in a factory or warehouse setting desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery with care and accuracy.
• Inspecting components for quality and consistency.
• Following detailed instructions and production schedules.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area.
• Standing for long periods while performing repetitive tasks.

Skills

Methodical approach

Detail-oriented

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Trainee Manufacturing Operative | Shaftesbury outskirts | £25,000

Looking to build a career in manufacturing? Enjoy practical work and have a keen eye for detail? This Trainee Manufacturing Operative role offers full training, a 4-day working week, and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity — ideal for someone who can drive and is happy commuting to a rural location.

Join a well-established business where precision and consistency are key. You'll be trained to operate specialist machinery in a clean, structured environment, working alongside experienced professionals who'll support your development.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery with care and accuracy
• Inspecting components for quality and consistency
• Following detailed instructions and production schedules
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area
• Standing for long periods while performing repetitive tasks

Experience and qualifications

• A methodical and detail-oriented approach
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Comfortable working on your feet throughout the day
• Previous experience in a factory or warehouse setting (desirable but not essential)
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges
• Access to your own transport and ability to commute daily

What we offer

• £25,000 annual salary
• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term prospects
• Full training provided — no experience required
• Structured environment with clear expectations
• Supportive team and approachable supervisors
• Autonomy and responsibility from day one
• Free on-site parking
• Driving essential due to rural location

If you're looking to take the first step in your manufacturing career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Bethany at Rubicon for more information.