Production Operative

Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Haslingden
Salary: From £29,000 per annum
Shifts: Full-time, rotating shifts (days & nights)
Job Type: Temp-Perm
Start Date: Immediate starts available

We’re recruiting for a Production Operative to join a leading manufacturing business at their Haslingden site. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and is committed to quality, safety, and teamwork.

As a Production Operative, you’ll be responsible for safely and efficiently operating production line equipment used in the manufacture of PU underlay. You’ll ensure quality standards are met, waste is minimised, and production targets are achieved.

• Operate machinery for production ensuring optimal line speeds and output

• Perform regular quality checks (e.g., weight and gauge) and accurately record results

• Start up and shut down equipment at the beginning and end of the week

• Monitor machines and escalate faults or breakdowns to the Line Leader or Shift Supervisor

• Support process changes by ensuring all materials and resources are ready

• Follow production schedules and adhere to required order quantities

• Comply with all company Health & Safety procedures, wearing appropriate PPE at all times

• Maintain a clean, tidy, and hazard-free work environment (good housekeeping is essential)

• Report near misses or safety incidents immediately

• Take ownership of both your own safety and that of your colleagues

• Experience in a production or manufacturing role preferred

• A proactive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality

• Physically able to perform manual tasks and maintain pace on the line

• Understanding of health & safety in the workplace

• Willingness to work rotating shifts

• Be part of a well-established company with long-term career opportunities

• Full training provided

• Supportive and safety-focused working environment

• Immediate starts available

Apply today to join the team as a Production Operative in Haslingden.

If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.