Production Operative
Career Integrity & Compliance Audit Report
This vacancy has been independently reviewed by the OppaJob Transatlantic Career Intelligence Desk to confirm authentic direct employer recruiting, verify compensation transparency, and eliminate applicant processing fees.
Transatlantic Cost of Living & Purchasing Power Benchmark
Compare US ($) vs UK (£) Salary & Net Take-Home Pay
Calculate tax deductions, living costs, and purchasing power parity across US & UK metros.
Position Overview & Specifications
Production Operators (Plastic Extrusion)
- Average - 42 hours per week (7 Shifts a fortnight)
- 12hr Continental Shifts
- 2 weeks day shift followed by 2 weeks nights all 7 to 7
Duties include
- Work in a busy plastic extrusion facility
- Operating equipment and machinery on the production line
- Adhering to health and safety procedures onsite
- Maintaining a clean workstation and production floor
- Working as part of a team
- Performing other tasks as assigned
Essential Criteria
- Previous experience in a factory would be ideal
- Self-motivated and high energy
- Willingness to learn and a strong team player
- Good understanding of spoken / written English
- Ensure production demands and customer requirements are met
- Ability to use your own initiative
- Ability to work under minimum supervision
- Applicants need to be physically fit and able to be standing for prolonged periods
- Right to work in NI / UK established (or proof of application)
- Good sense of safety and working safely
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in a similar role/industry
- Experience of working continental shifts
- Possession of a valid Counterbalance/Forklift licence
Benefits include:
- Competitive overtime rates
- Opportunities for progression
- Opportunities for overtime
- In-house and certified training opportunities
- Refer A Friend Scheme
- Free Car parking
- Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks off @ Christmas
- Employee Assistance (Counselling Service) Service
- Death in Benefit Scheme
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
- Discount Voucher Scheme
- Westfield Health
- Voucher @ Christmas
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £29,164.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (required)
Shift availability:
- Day shift (required)
- Night shift (required)
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: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative roles across Radius Systems Ltd'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 Energy & Utilities.
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 £29,164 - £29,164 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
Explore Related Opportunities (United Kingdom)
Other high-paying verified positions matching your industry profile.
Principal Data Analytics Specialist
Senior Clinical Diagnostic Radiographer
Senior Site Reliability & Kubernetes Engineer (SRE)
Consultant Acute Care Physician (General Medicine)
Head of Cyber Security & Zero Trust Architecture
Apply for this Position
Receive high-paying Energy & Utilities openings directly to your inbox.