Trainee Production Operative

Industrious Recruitment; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Trainee Production Operative in Newport Pagnell. This role focuses on supporting the manufacturing process through hands-on training, starting with palletising and learning to operate machinery in injection moulding. Candidates should demonstrate a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and good communication skills. The position offers career progression opportunities and would suit individuals new to manufacturing, including engineering graduates.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Palletise finished products and keep the work area organised.
• Support day‑to‑day production tasks under supervision.
• Assist experienced operators and learn to run production machinery.
• Develop understanding of injection moulding processes.
• Monitor machine performance and report any issues.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

To support the manufacturing process by carrying out basic production duties—starting with palletising—while learning to operate machinery and develop skills in injection moulding. This trainee role offers hands‑on experience, structured training, and clear career progression, making it suitable for individuals new to manufacturing, including engineering graduates seeking a starting position.

Key Responsibilities

• Begin with palletising finished products and keeping the work area organised during the initial training period.
• Support day‑to‑day production tasks under supervision.
• Assist experienced operators and gradually learn to run production machinery safely.
• Develop understanding of injection moulding processes, equipment operation, and quality requirements.
• Monitor machine performance and report any issues promptly.
• Carry out basic product inspections to ensure quality standards are met.
• Follow training and development plans, completing required modules.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and work effectively within the team.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
• Good teamwork and communication abilities.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Any exposure to injection moulding, plastics, or mechanical processes.