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Production Operative

Job Reference: JK8

Manufacturing and Production
Doncaster, South Yorkshire
£12.21 per hour
Permanent

Job Title: Production Operative

Location: Doncaster


Shifts: Mon-Thu 0600-1630

Company overview

Our client manufactures an engineered product, producing robust, high-quality components for their customer across the globe.

Role purpose

To support the production of products by carrying out hands-on engineering workshop duties including manual handling, basic spray painting, and grinding/prep work, while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Key responsibilities

  • Lifting, carrying, moving and positioning steel components and finished items safely
  • Carrying out basic spray painting tasks (prepping surfaces, applying coatings/finishes as instructed, cleaning down equipment/work area).
  • Performing grinding, fettling, deburring and surface preparation using handheld tools/equipment.
  • Assisting with general production tasks such as packing, labelling, basic assembly/supporting other departments as required.
  • Completing basic quality checks (visual inspection, finish checks) and reporting defects/damage to the supervisor.
  • Following work instructions, safe systems of work, and maintaining good housekeeping/5S standards.
  • Wearing PPE as required (e.g., safety boots, eye/hearing protection, gloves, respirator for paint where applicable).
  • Supporting continuous improvement and working to daily output/targets.

Skills, experience & requirements

Essential

  • Comfortable working in an engineering/manufacturing workshop environment.
  • Happy with physical, hands-on work including manual handling and standing for long periods.
  • Willingness to carry out basic spray painting and grinding duties safely.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions and H&S procedures.

Desirable

  • Previous experience as a Production Operative
  • Experience within a workshop environment
  • Understanding of basic quality standards and safe use of hand/power tools.

Employee Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: £12.21 per hour (weekly wages)
  • Immediate Start: Start earning right away
  • Weekly Pay: Get paid every Friday
  • Free On-Site Parking: Safe and secure
  • Career Progression: Temp-to-perm opportunities

Interested?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to start, click to apply today and a member of our team will be in touch!