Production Operative

Production Operative

Location: Wirral

Salary: £29,000 - £32,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday - Days

Job Type: Permanent

ZETEC are recruiting an experienced Production Operative for an established manufacturing business based in Wirral.

This is a hands-on role within a busy manufacturing environment and will involve regular manual handling and some heavy lifting. You will support the production of high-quality products while ensuring output, safety and quality standards are consistently maintained.

The role would suit someone with previous manufacturing experience who is comfortable operating machinery and following production instructions as part of a fast-paced team.

Key Responsibilities

Operating production machinery and manufacturing equipment

Setting up and preparing equipment and materials for production

Manual handling of materials, products and components

Carrying out some heavy lifting as part of the day-to-day role

Monitoring the manufacturing process to ensure consistent output

Carrying out routine quality checks on products and components

Identifying and reporting production, quality or equipment issues

Working to production schedules, targets and customer

requirements

Completing production records and relevant documentation

Carrying out basic equipment checks and supporting minor adjustments where required

Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the production area

Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives

Following all company Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices

About You

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:

Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment

Experience operating production machinery or industrial equipment

Good mechanical awareness and practical ability

Comfortable in a hands-on production role

Ability to carry out manual handling and some heavy lifting

Strong attention to detail and quality

Ability to follow operating procedures and production instructions

A reliable and flexible approach to work

Good communication and teamwork skills

A strong commitment to Health & Safety

This is a permanent Monday to Friday day-shift position offering a salary of £29,000 - £32,000 per annum, with the opportunity to join a stable manufacturing business and develop within the operation