Manufacturing Operative

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Birtley
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£35,016 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

SOPs Production machinery operation Quality checks Manufacturing Following instructions Attention to detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Manufacturing Operative

We are recruiting a Manufacturing Operative to join an established manufacturing business in Birtley. This role suits someone who is detail-focused, process-driven and confident working within structured production standards. It is not a basic assembly role - accuracy and consistency are essential.

Job description

Manufacturing Operative - Birtley

Permanent | £33,109.44 - £35,016 | Rotating Shifts

We are recruiting a Manufacturing Operative to join an established manufacturing business in Birtley.

This role suits someone who is detail-focused, process-driven and confident working within structured production standards. It is not a basic assembly role - accuracy and consistency are essential.

Salary

  • £32,867.72 training rate
  • Up to £35,016.70 including shift allowance

Shift Pattern

Three shift rotation:

  • 6:00am - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday
  • 2:00pm - 10:00pm, Monday to Friday
  • 10:00pm - 6:00am, Sunday to Thursday
  • Saturday required one in every three weeks when on the 6:00am–2:00pm shift

The Role - Manufacturing Operative

You will be responsible for:

  • Preparing materials accurately for production
  • Following detailed SOPs and ensuring correct product quantities
  • Operating production machinery safely and efficiently
  • Completing in-process quality checks
  • Working to daily output targets
  • Manually handling materials (role requires physical fitness)

Attention to detail and the ability to follow precise instructions are critical in this role.

Essential Experience

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working to targets and quality standards
  • Ability to follow structured processes accurately

Desirable Experience

  • Fork Lift Truck experience advantageous

Why Apply?

  • Permanent opportunity
  • Competitive annual salary with shift allowance
  • Stable, established employer
  • Immediate start available
  • Company profit share scheme

If you are an experienced Manufacturing Operative looking for a long-term position within a structured production environment, apply today.

Due to the high volume of applications, individual feedback cannot always be provided. If you do not hear from us within ten days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be retained for future suitable vacancies.

How to apply

Ref KES-V/5162-BT8M

Job title Manufacturing Operative

Area Birtley

Salary £33,109.44 (training rate) - £35,016.70 including shift allowance

Hours of work 6.00am-2.00pm, Monday to Friday 2.00pm-10.00pm Monday to Friday and 10.00pm-6.00am Sunday to Thursday. You will also be required to work Saturday when you are on the 6-2pm shift. (One in every 3 weeks)

Permanent / Temporary Permanent

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