Production Operative | Preston, PR2 9ZD

Full Time | £15.22 - £15.84 per hour

Overview

Our client is a leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products, operating in vehicle, fire, and environmental safety markets. They are a market leader in several European countries and ship to over 60 countries worldwide.

Operating from a 4-acre manufacturing site in Preston, Lancashire, and a 3.7-acre distribution site nearby, the group employs around 155 people. They also have a subsidiary in Seclin, France, employing 17 staff. Group turnover is approximately £22m.

The Role

We are currently recruiting Production Operatives to join their manufacturing team in Preston. Opportunities are available across rotating shifts. You will be responsible for producing high-quality moulded plastic products while maintaining strong standards of quality, productivity, and safety.

Available Shifts

XTB Rotating Shift

• £15.84 per hour
• 39.5 hours per week
• Week 1: Monday to Friday, 05:45 – 14:15
• Week 2: Monday to Thursday, 13:45 – 22:15, Friday finish at 21:15

TBM Rotating Shift

• £15.22 per hour
• 39.5 hours per week
• Same rotating shift pattern as above

Roto Moulding Rotating Shift

• £15.22 per hour
• 39.5 hours per week                      
• Same rotating shift pattern as above

Key Responsibilities

• Decanting raw materials
• Producing plastic products
• Trimming and finishing
• Housekeeping and safety
• Quality standards
• Use of power tools
• Producing kits

Requirements - Essential

• Manual handling
• Physical work
• Basic maths
• Health and safety awareness
• High temperature environment
• GCSE Maths & English
• Hand tools
• Manual role experience

Requirements - Desirable

• Manufacturing experience
• Teamwork experience

Other Requirements

• Good attendance
• Wear PPE
• Meet KPIs
• Work safely
• Complete paperwork

What’s In It For You

• 33 days leave
• Buy 3 extra days
• Car parking
• Tea and coffee
• Private healthcare
• Recognition scheme
• Death in service
• Occupational Health
• Pension

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