Production Operative - Swadlincote Night Shift

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Swadlincote
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Ingredient preparation and weighing Forklift operation (counterbalance) Manual heavy lifting Attention to detail Basic computer skills Teamwork Paperwork completion Stock checking

FULL DESCRIPTION

Production Operative - Swadlincote Night Shift

Due to exceptional growth [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] are currently recruiting on behalf of our Client in Swadlincote for a Production Operative to join their team on a Temporary on-going basis with the possibility of the position continuing to a permanent role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable Company who value each one of their employees, they also offer training and some excellent benefits including paid breaks!

Job Benefits

  • 40 hour working week
  • Paid breaks
  • Overtime 1.5 paid after 40 hours
  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays (after 12 weeks)
  • Free on-site parking

*Benefits offered if the role becomes permanent;*

  • Discounted shopping
  • Yearly bonus scheme
  • Employer Pension contribution – up to a maximum of 12%
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Life assurance x 4 annual earnings
  • Health insurance

Responsibilities

  • Preparation, weighing and loading of ingredients
  • Following instruction sheet for processing of products
  • Packing and storing products in correct locations
  • Cleaning and maintaining a clean working environment
  • Ensuring records are updated and maintained
  • Scanning products to locations
  • Use of forklift truck – counterbalance
  • Stock checking as required
  • Loading and unloading vehicles as required using FLT
  • Assisting in other departments when needed

Person specification/Qualification

  • Previous experience within a production environment is preferred
  • A valid counterbalance licence is preferred although not essential as Company offer training if permanent
  • The role involves some manual heavy lifting so you must be physically fit
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent team player
  • Ability to complete paperwork

Contacts

This is an excellent opportunity to join a great Company. If you are interested in the above role and would like to join a friendly team, then please give us a call at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] to hear more!

Additional Details

  • Employment Type: Full-time, Temporary
  • Job Location: Swadlincote, DE12
  • Working Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 10pm-6am
  • Base Salary: £18.84 Per hour
  • Date posted: May 5, 2026
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