Production Operative
Location: Preston (PR3)
Pay: £12.71 – £14.73 per hour
Contract: Temporary Ongoing
Working: On-site
Benefits: Free parking and canteen facilities
About the Role
Multitask Recruitment Solutions are currently working with a well-established textile manufacturing company based in the Preston area, specialising in the production of high-quality headwear products.
We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join the weaving department.
Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career within a manufacturing environment.
The hourly rate can increase as you successfully develop and gain additional skills.
Key Responsibilities
As a Production Operative, your duties will include:
Operating production machinery safely and efficiently
Assisting with yarn preparation to ensure high-quality production standards
Monitoring and maintaining stock levels
Carrying out initial product inspections
Completing training across multiple production skills
Developing your skills, with the hourly rate increasing as additional skills are achieved
Ensuring all work meets the required quality standards
Reporting any non-conformance through the correct channels
Carrying out quality checks at set intervals
Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment
Following all company Health & Safety procedures
About You
The ideal candidate will:
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Be reliable, hardworking and motivated
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Have a good eye for detail and quality
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Be willing to learn and develop new skills
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Be comfortable working around machinery
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Have good manual dexterity
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Be able to stand for extended periods
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Be physically capable of carrying out some lifting
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Be able to follow procedures and safety guidelines
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Be committed to developing within the role
Full training will be provided.
Own transport is essential due to the location of the client.
Working Hours
Initial Training
Training will initially be carried out on day shifts:
Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm
Following Successful Training
Once training has been successfully completed, you will move onto a continental shift pattern of 3 shifts on / 3 shifts off.
The shifts will rotate between:
Day Shift: 6:00am – 6:00pm
Night Shift: 6:00pm – 6:00am
What We Offer
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£12.71 – £14.73 per hour
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Hourly rate increases as your skills develop
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Full training provided
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Opportunity to develop multiple production skills
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Free on-site parking
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Canteen facilities
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Long-term career development opportunities
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Continental 3 on / 3 off shift pattern following training
Important Information
Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be comfortable with:
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Standing for long periods
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Operating production machinery
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Carrying out repetitive tasks
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Some manual lifting
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Working both day and night shifts once fully trained
