Production Operative
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working as part of a small production team,</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will play an important role in manufacturing high-quality mattress pocket spring components while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve production targets and maintain excellent manufacturing standards.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Rotating Shift Pattern – 41.25hrs per week</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Days 5:45am-2:00pm</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Afters 1:45pm - 10:00pm</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Nights 9:45pm-6:00am</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay: £12.71 per hour</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Operate pneumatic clipping equipment to attach frames to pocket spring units</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Select the correct frames and components using product codes and specifications</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Operate roll-pack machinery to package finished products accurately</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Ensure products are manufactured and packaged to exact customer specifications</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete quality checks throughout the manufacturing process</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Follow standard operating procedures & work instructions at all times</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Complete production paperwork and record production and quality data accurately</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the production area</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Handle materials safely, including manual handling where required</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Report hazards, faults or safety concerns promptly</span></li>
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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">About You</h5>
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<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Physical fitness suitable for manual handling and lifting duties</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>A strong understanding of Health & Safety principles and safe working practices</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good numeracy skills and attention to detail</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Strong communication skills with a good standard of written and spoken English</span></li>
<li class="d-flex align-items-start mb-2"><i class="mdi mdi-circle-medium text-success fs-15 me-2 mt-1"></i><span>Good organisational and housekeeping skills</span></li>
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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Excellent timekeeping and reliability</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 09 Oct 2026
- Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire
- Employment Type: Permanent, Contract, Temporary
- Category: Distribution
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