Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Production Operative role is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation and become a valued member of a small and conscientious team. The production facility employs both mechanical and manual methods of manufacture in the production of our range of protective packaging which includes transit cases and engineered parts in semi-rigid foams. As a Production Operative you will be required, after a period of training and product familiarisation, to operate across all aspects of manufacturing to a high standard of workmanship and self-management.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Operations Manager, your role will involve the following activities:
- The safe and efficient operation of factory machinery once trained and assess as being competent.
- The safe, competent, and responsible handling and use of hand tools during the production process.
- The ability to read and understand basic information from drawings and specifications (training will be provided).
- To accurately complete production documentation relating to works orders.
- The ability to complete jobs on time to the required standard.
- Be able to work on your own or as part of a cell team to complete works orders on time.
- This is a busy role in a fast-paced environment that requires manual dexterity.
About You
If you have any or all of the following skills and experience, you will be a good fit for this position. However, if you have similar experience working within a production environment and can demonstrate transferrable skills, please get in touch.
- Manual dexterity
- The ability to follow correct procedure and process.
- An ability to read and understand English.
Experience on the following machines / areas could be advantageous:
- The ability to read, understand and discuss technical drawings (training provided to successful candidate).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salisbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative roles across GWP Group Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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