Production Operative

Production Operative

Maidstone (outskirts – driver with own transport essential)

C. £25000 - £27000 DOE + bens

Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm (40 hours pw)

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We are proud to be exclusively representing a values led manufacturing company with a long standing, international reputation for quality and innovation within their field.

Our client has an admirable staff retention rate, is now at an exciting point of significant expansion! They are looking for loyal, reliable manufacturing operatives who share their values to join them on a full time, permanent basis!

As a Production Operative you will:

• Operate machinery and equipment efficiently to ensure smooth production processes.
• Work at height, in confined spaces and in an industrial manufacturing environment where temperatures can vary
• Need to carry materials and products up to 20kg independently
• Monitor and maintain product quality standards.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Follow health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet production targets.

To be considered for this Production Operative role, you will have:

• Some relevant experience working in a similar environment
• A good level of physical fitness and strength – heavy lifting and stamina required
• A willingness to work at height and in confined spaces
• A track record of reliability and punctuality in a working environment
• Experience operating machinery
• A good level of common sense
• The ability to do basic calculations
• A good attitude ‘muck in’ attitude
• A desire to progress within a company

The ideal candidate will also have:

• A forklift licence (in-house or national considered)
• A driving licence and own transport

This role boasts: 

• A competitive salary DOE 
• Opportunities for progression 
• The chance to further upskill - potential for funded study
• Generous benefits package
• 22 days + BH rising to 25 days
• Stability within a team of lovely people!
• Significant staff discount

If you believe you meet the above criteria, please apply for immediate consideration!

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Manufacturing, Engineering & Technical Specialist at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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