Production Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 13 August 2025
LOCATION
Not specified
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Attention to detail Teamwork Communication skills Manufacturing processes Safe use of machinery Following work instructions

FULL DESCRIPTION

Summary

Cunningham are recruiting for Production Operatives to join their team. They are looking for hands-on, detail-focused individuals to produce high-quality Clever Protective Covers® for global industries. Founded in 1969, [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] has been manufacturing for over 50 years, serving sectors including agriculture, aquaculture, oil & gas, transport and aviation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carefully following order details as per work instructions
  • Safe use of machinery and hand tools for cutting, connecting and bonding materials.
  • Inspect products according to quality standards and established specifications
  • Reporting to Production Supervisor, you will collaborate with a supportive team to meet production targets in a safe & efficient manner.
  • Support the team in meeting production deadlines.

Core Requirements:

  • Excellent attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work for global distribution.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to maintain a clean, tidy and organised environment.
  • Demonstrate willingness to learn and develop skills with continuous on-the-job training.

# Production Operative

Are YOU ready for a new opportunity?

Cunningham are recruiting for Production Operatives to join our team.

We’re looking for hands-on, detail-focused individuals to produce high-quality *Clever Protective Covers®* for global industries. Founded in 1969, we have been manufacturing for over 50 years, serving sectors including agriculture, aquaculture, oil & gas, transport and aviation. Read more ‘About Us’.

The Role – Production Operative

Key Responsibilities

  • Carefully following order details as per work instructions
  • Safe use of machinery and hand tools for cutting, connecting and bonding materials.
  • Inspect products according to quality standards and established specifications
  • Reporting to Production Supervisor, you will collaborate with a supportive team to meet production targets in a safe & efficient manner.
  • Support the team in meeting production deadlines.

Skills and Experience

Desirable

  • GCSE Maths & English
  • Previous experience in joinery, manufacturing, engineering or production roles.
  • Experience of understanding and interpreting engineering drawings, assembly instructions or manufacturing processes.

Essential

  • Excellent attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work for global distribution.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to maintain a clean, tidy and organised environment.
  • Demonstrate willingness to learn and develop skills with continuous on-the-job training.

Culture & Benefits

What we offer you:

  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Performance based bonuses
  • Extensive and continuous training and development
  • Registered Fair Employment company
  • Annual pay rises as skills increase
  • Company health insurance
  • Job security
  • Clean, friendly working environment
  • Fresh fruit & water provided daily
  • In-house job opportunities
  • 32 days guaranteed holidays per year
  • No weekend or shift work
  • Variety of daily routine
  • Work clothing supplied

Working hours

FULL-TIME Hours: Monday – Friday, 7am – 5pm, includes 5 hours at 1.5 times the hourly rate. 3pm finish on the last Friday of every month.

No weekend or shift work.

Salary:

Starting salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

To apply for the role of *Production Operative*, you can use the following methods:

  • Fill out an application form below
  • Email your CV directly to [contact hidden]
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