Production Operative
Location: Birstall, West Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £13.53 per hour (increasing to £13.75 after 12 weeks)
Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 or Monday 2nd March 2026
Shift: Days / Afters Rotation shifts
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
We are currently recruiting Production Operatives for a large, well-established manufacturing site based in Birstall.
This role involves working in a fast-paced production environment, supporting manufacturing, packing, and quality control operations. Full training will be provided, and there are long-term opportunities available for the right candidates.
Important Dates
* Induction Date: Thursday 19th February 2026
* Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026
Key Responsibilities
* Operating machinery within a production environment
* Measuring, mixing, and handling materials safely
* Packing, labelling, and preparing products for dispatch
* Carrying out basic quality checks
* Following all health and safety procedures
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
* Working as part of a team to meet production targets
Shifts & Pay
Shift Pattern - Rotating Days and Afters
* Days: 05:50 - 14:00
* Afters: 13:50 - 22:00
* Friday Afters: 13:00 - 19:00
Pay
* £13.53 per hour
* £13.75 per hour after 12 weeks
Overtime Rates
* 1.5x hourly rate - weekdays and Saturday
* Double time - Sunday
Candidate Requirements
* Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred but not essential
* Good attention to detail
* Reliable with strong timekeeping and attendance
* Willingness to work rotating shifts
* Comfortable working in a physical, hands-on role
What's on Offer
* Competitive hourly pay rates
* Ongoing work with full training provided
* Temporary to permanent opportunities
* Long-term prospects with a well-established employer
* Ongoing support from an experienced onsite training and management team
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or background.
How to Apply
If you are available to attend the induction on Thursday 19th February 2026 and are looking to start work from Monday 23rd February 2026 in Birstall, please apply now to speak with one of our Consultants.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age