Paddock Wood, Kent ⏰ Rotating Shifts Full Training Provided Long-Term Manufacturing Opportunity
Join a Leading Manufacturing Team
We are looking for motivated and reliable Production Operatives to join a busy manufacturing operation in Paddock Wood area.
This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in producing high-quality products. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in quality, and work well as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.
Shift Pattern
Week 1
✅ Monday to Friday ✅ 6:00am - 2:00pm
Week 2
✅ Monday to Thursday ✅ 2:00pm - 10:00pm
Enjoy every Friday off during your late-shift week!
Key Responsibilities
As a Production Operative, you will:
Manufacture high-quality products
Support production processes including mixing, coating, printing and embossing
Load and set print and embossing cylinders
Clean machinery between production runs
Carry out quality inspections on finished products
Pack products ready for dispatch
Minimise waste and maximise production efficiency
Follow health, safety and environmental procedures
Maintain housekeeping standards across the production area
Work as part of a team to meet production targets and customer deadlines
What We're Looking For
Essential
✔ Good literacy and numeracy skills
✔ Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
✔ Basic computer skills
✔ Good colour vision
✔ Strong attention to detail and quality standards
✔ Safety-conscious approach to work
✔ Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling
✔ Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
✔ Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
Desirable
⭐ GCSE English and Maths
⭐ Previous manufacturing or production experience
What's In It For You?
✅ Full training programme (typically 1-6 months)
✅ Company uniform, workwear and safety boots provided
✅ 25 days annual leave
✅ Factory shutdown periods throughout the year
End of May
Two-week August shutdown
Christmas shutdown
✅ Company pension scheme
Employee contribution: 5%
Employer contribution: 3%
✅ Company sick pay after 6 months' service
✅ Supportive team environment
✅ Opportunity to develop valuable manufacturing skills and build a long-term career
Apply Today!
If you're hardworking, dependable and looking for a stable role with training and career development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£29097.00 - £29097.00 per year