Weekend Shift Operator

Manpower (United Kingdom); Bicester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and site induction

Supportive team environment

Competitive pay

Ongoing opportunity

Job summary

The Weekend Shift Operator role at Manpower (United Kingdom) is based in a busy manufacturing operation in Bicester. You will work on a production line, inspecting components, maintaining quality records and supporting corrective actions to ensure customer specifications are met.

This weekend position requires hands-on experience in quality/production environments and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Full training and site induction are provided as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, quality inspection, engineering or automotive environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects.
• Good understanding of quality processes and documentation.
• Ability to work independently while being a team player.
• Strong communication and proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Inspect coated components for finish quality, colour consistency, defects and surface integrity.
• Complete and maintain quality documentation, inspection records and non-conformance reports.
• Work with production teams to identify quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Ensure all products meet customer specifications and internal standards.
• Support final quality sign-off prior to packing and dispatch.
• Carry out routine line operating duties within the manufacturing process.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow Health & Safety, quality and ISO procedures.

Skills

Quality inspection

Manufacturing

Engineering

Automotive

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Shift Pattern: Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Hours: 6:00am - 6:00pm

Pay Rate: £16.77 per hour

Guaranteed Pay: 40 hours per week (36 hours worked)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a

Weekend Shift Operator to join a busy manufacturing operation in Bicester. This role is based on a production line within the main factory and is ideal for individuals who have experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, engineering, automotive or production environments.

Working as part of a fast-paced team, you will play a key role in ensuring products meet strict quality standards before being dispatched to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect coated components for finish quality, colour consistency, defects and surface integrity.
• Complete and maintain quality documentation, inspection records and non-conformance reports.
• Work closely with production teams to identify quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Ensure all products meet customer specifications, internal standards and industry requirements.
• Support final quality sign-off prior to packing and dispatch.
• Carry out routine line operating duties within the manufacturing process.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety, quality and ISO procedures at all times.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within manufacturing, production, quality inspection, engineering or automotive environments.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects and quality issues.
• Good understanding of quality processes and documentation.
• Ability to work independently whilst remaining an effective team player.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced factory environment.
• Reliable, methodical and committed to maintaining high standards.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive pay rate of

£16.77 per hour

• Work

36 hours and be paid for 40

• Ongoing opportunity with a well-established manufacturer
• Full training and site induction provided
• Supportive team environment

This position would suit a quality-focused individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys working within a manufacturing environment where attention to detail is essential.