Production Operative

Production Operative – 12‑Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Dagenham Engine Plant, East London
Contract: 12‑month Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Various shift options available.

Hourly pay rate: £19.67 

About Ford & Dagenham Engine Plant                                                      

Ford Motor Company has a proud manufacturing heritage in the UK, and Dagenham Engine Plant has been at the heart of Ford’s European operations since 1931. Today, it remains Ford’s sole diesel engine manufacturing facility in Europe, producing engines for vehicles supplied to domestic and global markets.

The Role

Ford Motor Company Limited is recruiting Production Operatives on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to support manufacturing operations at Dagenham Engine Plant.

This role is part of ongoing operational demand and workforce planning. On‑site practical assessments will take place over the coming months as part of the selection process.

Previous manufacturing experience is not essential, as full training will be provided, although experience in a production or industrial environment would be beneficial.

What the Role Involves

As a Production Operative, you will:

• Work on assembly and manufacturing tasks within a fast‑paced production environment
• Carry out repetitive but highly important tasks to exact quality standards
• Maintain focus, accuracy, and consistency throughout the shift
• Follow Ford’s safety, quality, and operational procedures at all times

You must be able to stand for extended periods throughout the working day and be comfortable working in a physically demanding, on‑site manufacturing role.

Shift Pattern & Location Requirements

• Multiple shift options available (subject to business requirements)
• Role is fully site‑based at Dagenham Engine Plant
• Candidates must be able to commute reliably to site
• This position involves standing for long periods during each shift

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable, punctual, and committed individuals
• Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks over long periods
• Willingness to learn and follow standardised processes
• Strong team ethic and positive attitude to safety and quality
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment

No formal qualifications are required, attitude, reliability, and focus are key.

Additional Information:

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability

As part of our pre-employment checks process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check. This will be conducted in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applied only to unspent convictions.