Production Operative - Days Based (Manufacturing) £24,000 - £28,000 Optional Overtime Training Progression Early finish on Friday Cleckheaton (commutable from Bradford, Leeds and surrounding areas) Are you a Production Operative, Machine Operator or similar looking for a stable days-based role with huge progression potential and quick salary increases - right as a growing manufacturing site moves into a brand-new, modern facility? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a friendly, 12-person production team for a global company manufacturing building components and used across the UK If you want job security, regular hours,quick salary increase and clear routes into senior roles, this is the perfect time to join. Why This Role Is Perfect for the Right Person Join just before the move to a new, upgraded production site in Leeds - cleaner, more modern, better workflow. Genuine long-term progression into senior operator, team leader and Production Mangement. Supportive team culture with hands-on training across multiple production stations. Ideal for people with machine/production experience or college leavers looking to build a career. What You'll Be Doing Working on the production of non-combustible cavity trays and stainless-steel components. Operating a rotating range of machinery including forming presses, cutting equipment, assembly stations and quality-check benches. Loading materials, monitoring machines, removing formed components, and maintaining consistent accuracy. Supporting daily production runs, completing work orders, and keeping to safety standards. Assisting senior operators with setups, adjustments, and continuous improvement tasks. Optional overtime available at busy periods. What You'll Need Practical, hands-on approach - confident with tools, machinery or workshop equipment. Either: * A college qualification in engineering/manufacturing or * 1-2 years in a production / machine operative job. Reliable, motivated, and eager to learn. Comfortable working as part of a friendly, close-knit team. Benefits Strong holiday allowance Company pension Overtime opportunities Long-term progression into senior roles Stable employer within a major UK manufacturing group Early finish every Friday at 12:30pm Keywords Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Machine Operator, Fabrication, Assembly Operative, Metal Forming, Cavity Tray Production, Factory Operative, Engineering Operative, Leeds Jobs, Manufacturing Jobs, Junior Manufacturing, College Leaver, Hands-On Role, Days Based, Rotating Machinery, Training Provided, Progression.