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Job Description - Production Operator

Production Operator

Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
£31,745 - £33,657 + bonuses & benefits
Continental Shifts: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights, 6am-6pm)
Permanent | Full-Time | 42 hours per week

Are you a hands-on, hardworking individual looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing environment? We're hiring seven Production Operators to join a growing production team at one of the UK's most advanced plastic recycling facilities.

This role offers excellent career progression, structured training, and the opportunity to truly make a difference by supporting sustainable manufacturing and recycling efforts.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Operate and maintain machinery across one of three core production teams (Sort Plant, Flake Operation, Extruder - assigned based on business need)

  • Ensure production quality standards are consistently met

  • Complete visual and documentation checks

  • Perform routine cleaning and maintenance

  • Support smooth production with minimal stoppages

  • Participate in planned maintenance and autonomous maintenance activities

  • Contribute to team KPIs and production goals

? What We're Looking For
  • Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment

  • Physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on, active role

  • Basic computer literacy

  • Desirable: Forklift experience (not essential)

Training & Development
  • Structured 12-week machine-based training program

  • Ongoing health & safety and process training

  • Access to external courses where needed

  • Strong internal promotion culture with clear routes for progression

Salary & Benefits
  • Salary: £31,745 - £33,657 (based on team assignment)

  • Bonuses:

    • Monthly KPI bonus

    • Annual performance bonus

    • New starter bonus after probation

    • Refer-a-friend scheme

  • Other perks:

    • Death in service cover

    • Monthly food trucks onsite

    • Overtime paid at 1.5x

    • 20 days holiday (plus need to book bank holidays)

Interview Process
  • One-stage interview with Production Lead & Shift Manager

  • Includes site tour, introduction to machinery, and chance to learn more about the role and environment

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