Production Operative – Bolton (BL6)
Pay: £12.21 per hour (basic)
Overtime: £18.32 per hour
Hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
Pay increase after 12 weeks of service
Overview
We are recruiting Production Operatives for a well‑established manufacturing business in Bolton. This role involves operating machinery, supporting warehouse operations and ensuring high product quality through strict production processes.
Key Responsibilities
Production
- Operate production machinery and equipment.
- Follow product specifications, work cards and production plans.
- Maintain excellent product quality.
- Keep accurate production and material records.
Warehouse
- Assist with loading and unloading raw materials and finished goods.
- Move pallets of stock and finished goods using pallet trucks.
Quality & Technical
- Report any technical or production issues to the Team Leader.
- Carry out product testing accurately and consistently.
- Ensure products meet all required specifications.
Health & Safety
- Maintain high housekeeping and hygiene standards.
- Identify and report hazards immediately.
- Follow all safe systems of work.
- Support health and safety initiatives, including inspections and risk assessments.
Other Duties
- Participate in annual stock takes.
- Attend meetings where required.
- Support project work and represent the company during customer or supplier visits.
Candidate Requirements
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
- Flexible and reliable attitude to work.
- Strong communication skills.
- Good attention to detail.
- Physically capable of meeting the demands of the role.
- Ability to read and write to an acceptable standard.
Benefits
- Full‑time, ongoing work Monday to Friday.
- Enhanced pay rate after 12 weeks.
- Opportunity to grow within a reputable organisation.