Production Operative

Polypipe Group; Horncastle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a Production Operative in Horncastle. The role involves assisting in the production, assembly, and packing of goods as part of a team. Key responsibilities include monitoring production quality, troubleshooting equipment issues, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should be organized, communicate effectively, and be willing to learn. This full-time position offers a competitive benefits package including holidays, pension contributions, and wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Pension contribution matched up to 8%

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Free on-site parking

Staff discount on all products

Qualifications

• Ability to accurately complete paperwork.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production, assembly, and packing of goods.
• Ensure production meets specified quality standards.
• Monitor production equipment for issues.
• Participate in the setup of production lines.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Organised and able to manage workload

Problem identification and resolution

Teamwork skills

Health and safety awareness

Job description

.Production Operative page is loaded## Production Operativelocations: Polypipe Horncastletime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101984Closing Date for Application:Friday 30/01/2026Polypipe Civils and Green Urbanisation, part of the Genuit Group, are a leading manufacturer for civils and infrastructure projects, with the industry’s widest range of engineered storm water & sewer management systems, Network and Green asset Solutions.People are at the forefront of everything we do, we have a unique culture where you can be yourself, contribute your ideas to make continuous improvements and take pride in achieving results to support the overall success of our growing business. We recognise the value of investing in our people through comprehensive training and personal development courses.**Role Overview**Production Operatives assist in the production, assembly and packing of a variety of goods. The Production Operative will form part of a team and have specific duties within an assigned section. Duties may vary from material handling to finished goods onto a production line, including the removal of the product, packing and inspection of all finished products.You will work a shift pattern consisting of 2 days (07:00-19:00) followed by 2 nights (19:00-07:00) then 4 days off.**Key Responsibilities*** Ensure production is in accordance with specification sheets* Operate equipment safely and in accordance with all instruction and guidelines, including Health and safety and PPE requirements* Able to rotate between other departments dependant on business and customer requirements* Follow shop orders as per production plan* Monitor the goods being made during production ensuring specification is met through quality process excellence* Fix minor issues that may arise with the production line and trouble-shoot when production issues occur* Immediately notify Line Manager when production issues occur that cannot be resolved by you* Participate in the set-up of future production lines and procedures* Input data into computer system to record production and finished goods* Ensure correct labelling of finished goods* Ensure that high levels of housekeeping are maintained**Skills and Experience*** Able to accurately complete paperwork* Organised and able to organise own workload* Ability to communicate effectively* Ability to identify and resolve problems* Act with health, safety and wellbeing in mind* Willing and able to learn new skills* Ability to work well in a team**Benefits:*** Entitled to 24 days holiday* Pension contribution matched up to 8%* Save as you earn Genuit Sharesave scheme* Life assurance* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay* Free on-site parking* Various health and wellbeing initiatives* Staff discount on all Genuit Group productsHere at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.At Polypipe we recognise the contribution our people make to our success and are committed to attracting talent from a wide and diverse pool.Our people are the heart and soul of our business, and we know that they are the key to ensuring our long-term sustainability, enabling us to be flexible and responsive to the needs of our customers and the wider construction industry, and we offer rewarding career opportunities to individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive impact.And that is why we are passionate about developing a culture of trust and innovation, one that values and celebrates the contributions of each and every team member. It is our people who will ensure that our success is sustainable, supporting each other and being flexible and responsive to the demands of our customers and the marketplace.