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Production Operative 6861

Temporary Production Operative (Temp to Perm)

Location: Bridgwater  

Hours: Full Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday 8am until 4.30pm with a 1pm finish on a Friday 

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Key Responsibilities of a Production Operative:

  • Perform dimensional and visual inspections of all products. 
  • Operate various production machinery, including weighing, mixing, and pressing equipment. 
  • Set up tooling for production runs. 
  • Conduct quality checks throughout the production process. 
  • Carry out all operations as outlined in production paperwork and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). 
  • Maintain a clean and organised work area at all times. 
  • Work flexibly and be willing to be transferred to other production areas as needed. 
  • Perform all work activities in accordance with health and safety requirements. 
  • Maintain a high standard of punctuality and attendance. 
  • Work well under the pressure of deadlines. 

Key Skills of a Production Operative:

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial. 
  • Good manual dexterity. 
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work. 
  • An understanding of how quality impacts business operations. 
  • The ability to understand and complete paperwork accurately. 
  • A team player with a positive attitude. 
  • Flexible with the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new processes. 
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A strong health and safety mindset. 

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to andrew.penrith@first-base.co.uk or call Andrew on 01453 755330. 

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First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent service to both clients and candidates across the Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering sectors. 

Location

Bridgwater, Somerset
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