Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Company - Production Operative
Our Client are a Global Leading Automotive Supplier based in Dove Valley Park, Foston, Derby. They require Manufacturing Operatives to work on fast paced Automotive Assembly lines in a factory environment.
Job Specification - Production Operative
· Loading components onto fast paced production line
· Quality checking of finished parts
· Working to daily targets
· One week shift rotation (days and lates) Mon-Fri
· Overtime is available
The ideal candidates will possess:
· Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable although not essential as training is provided
· Self-motivated, dedicated, resourceful, adaptable and flexible
· Team player with good communication
· Punctual
· Possess a good level of literacy and numeracy
· 06:00 – 13:55 & 15:20 – 23:15 Monday – Friday weekly rotation.
The Benefits - Production Operative
· Pay rates
Days
Up to 6 months service £10.72/hr
After 6 months service £10.93/hr
Lates
Up to 6 months service £12.34/hr
After 6 months service £12.54/hr
· Overtime Premiums paid at 1.33x and 1.55x rate
· Pension Scheme
· Child Care Vouchers
· Life Assurance Scheme (once permanent)
· Employee Referral Scheme
· Private Healthcare - including dental (once permanent)
· Employee discounts
· Permanent after 12 weeks
If you are looking for job security and join a fantastic team, apply online or contact our office now on 0116 497 6064.
Linkster are Recruitment Specialists based in Ashby De La Zouch covering the West and East Midlands area across the great historic cities of Birmingham, Derby, Nottingham and Leicester. We provide temporary, contract and permanent recruitment services across the supply chain sector, from engineering and warehousing, to manufacturing and clerical.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
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 Linkster Recruitment'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 £24,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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