General Operative

 Nottingham | Full-time | Permanent | Manufacturing Environment

Are you an enthusiastic, hands-on Production Operative with machine operating experience, looking for a new role with a great employer?  We have a great role working for a business that genuinely values its people and invests in their growth.  

This welcoming, well-established manufacturing company on the outskirts of Nottingham, who is looking for a proactive Production Operative to join their production team.  You'll gain exposure to a wide variety of tasks, work with supportive colleagues and enjoy being part of a business with outstanding employee engagement and long-service awards across the team.  

You’ll play an important role in supporting production and business operations, including:

• Working across production areas — machine minding, secondary operations, packing, assembling and more

• Using EFACS/ERP (or similar systems) to book labour and update records

• Carrying out stock taking and updating spreadsheets

• Inputting data with accuracy and attention to detail

• Reporting hazards or near-misses using iAuditor

• Suggesting improvements and supporting continuous improvement activities

• Following production processes, quality standards, GMP/GDP and good housekeeping

• Taking part in training to build your skills and knowledge

• Representing company values and contributing positively to the team

• Previous experience in a machine operative role

• Good attention to detail

• Comfortable using computers or handheld devices

• Accurate written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to follow instructions and work to processes

• Dexterity and confidence in hands-on work

• Basic mechanical skills (advantageous)

• Experience with EFACS or similar ERP systems (advantageous)

• Strong work ethic and a positive, “get stuck in” attitude

• Enthusiasm and eagerness to learn

• Reliable, with good timekeeping

• Able to work independently and as part of a busy team

• Comfortable working with colleagues and stakeholders across the business

This role suits someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys variety and is motivated by being part of a supportive, close-knit team.

• Monday – Thursday: 07:00 – 15:30

• Friday: 07:00 – 12:30

• Mon–Thu: 14:00 – 22:30

• Fri: 11:00 – 16:30

After 3 months:

• 5% employer pension contribution

• 4x annual salary death in service

• Employee Assistance Programme (Simplyhealth)

Additional benefits:

• Access to employee discount platform

• Opportunities for training, development and progression

• Welcoming, supportive team culture

• A business that genuinely invests in its people

If you’re a general operative who is enthusiastic, reliable and ready to contribute to a business that truly looks after its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that values hard work, loyalty and progression.