Production Operator

Location: Barbot Hall Industrial Estate, Mangham Road, Rotherham, S61 4RJ
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Shift pattern: Rotating days, afternoons and nights

• Days: 6:00am–2:00pm
• Afternoons: 2:00pm–10:00pm
• Nights: 10:00pm–6:00am

Weekend overtime is available and paid at:

• Saturdays: 1.5 times the standard hourly rate
• Sundays: Double the standard hourly rate

The Company

Aqumen Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established plastics manufacturing company based in Rotherham.

The company is highly regarded within the plastics industry and has received numerous awards for environmental performance, operational efficiency and employee recognition. It continues to invest heavily in its employees, production equipment and manufacturing facilities.

The Rotherham site operates an extensive collection of large-tonnage injection moulding machines, with further investment planned.

The Opportunity

We are looking for reliable and motivated Production Operators to join the company’s Production team.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will support the day-to-day production process, assist with the operation of machinery and complete basic quality checks on finished products.

Following appropriate training, you will also identify and report any product or process non-conformances and ensure your work area remains clean, safe and audit-ready at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

• Completing safety checks on production areas, machinery and equipment
• Immediately reporting accidents, near misses, hazards, product concerns and safety non-conformances
• Assisting with the safe and efficient operation of production machinery
• Carrying out basic product quality checks
• Following approved standards, work instructions and Safe Operating Procedures
• Meeting all personal and site safety requirements
• Completing mandatory factory and role-specific training
• Working positively and effectively with colleagues across different teams
• Completing housekeeping and “Clean as You Go” activities
• Identifying waste and suggesting opportunities to reduce or eliminate it
• Maintaining a clean, organised and audit-ready workspace

Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

All employees are expected to comply with the company’s Health, Safety, Environmental, Hygiene and Good Housekeeping policies.

You will be responsible for:

• Taking reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work
• Cooperating with the company in meeting its statutory duties
• Using safety, environmental, hygiene and welfare equipment correctly
• Reporting incidents, hazards and unsafe conditions immediately
• Carrying out work in an environmentally responsible manner
• Supporting the reduction of waste, energy use and emissions
• Helping the company meet its sustainability commitments

What You Will Bring

Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment would be beneficial, although full training will be provided.

You will also need:

• A good understanding of written and spoken English
• Basic maths and comprehension skills
• The ability to follow instructions, approved standards and Safe Operating Procedures
• A good awareness of workplace safety and quality standards
• Strong attention to detail
• A reliable and positive approach to work
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• The ability to meet individual and team production targets
• Flexibility to work rotating day, afternoon and night shifts

What You Will Receive

• £12.71 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• 25 days’ holiday per year
• Four times salary life assurance
• Pension contributions matched up to 7%
• Voluntary weekend overtime
• Saturday overtime paid at 1.5 times the standard rate
• Sunday overtime paid at double the standard rate
• Further on-the-job training and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Company uniform and PPE provided

Apply today through Aqumen Recruitment to join an established Rotherham plastics manufacturer that continues to invest in its employees, technology and future.

Contact information

Callum Smith