Production Operator

Airport Placements; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Production Operator in Tonbridge, Kent. The role involves operating machinery, assembling products, and ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have production experience, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and excellent attention to detail. The position offers competitive pay, potential for overtime, and opportunities for development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Paid holiday

Statutory benefits

Qualifications

• Proven production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and basic machinery operation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assemble, inspect and package products to meet quality standards.
• Carry out routine quality checks and record production data.
• Identify and report defects or process issues to supervisors.

Skills

Production experience

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Good communication skills

Team-working skills

Physically able to undertake tasks

Flexible shift patterns

Job description

Overview

Production Operator Full Time

Job Reference: PRI87/KL

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: £12.21 - £12.71 per hour

Contract: Temporary (will go permanent after successful probation)

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
• Assemble, inspect and package products to meet quality standards
• Carry out routine quality checks and record production data
• Follow standard operating procedures and maintain a clean, safe workspace
• Identify and report defects or process issues to supervisors
• Support continuous improvement and maintain production targets

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven production experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and basic machinery operation
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and to deadlines
• Good communication and team-working skills
• Physically able to undertake standing, lifting and repetitive tasks as required
• Flexible approach to shift patterns where necessary

What we offer

• Competitive pay and potential for overtime
• On-the-job training and opportunities for development
• Supportive team environment and structured induction
• Paid holiday and statutory benefits

To apply

Please submit your CV to [e-mail].k

Contact us

• Email: [e-mail]
• Call: 01233 722 401