Production Operative (2 Shift)

Job description

Production Operative

Days: £12.71
Lates: £14.74
Overtime: £16.90 - £25.42

Houghton Le Spring

Build something you can be proud oftogether.

Were working with a world-leading automotive manufacturer with over 100 years of innovation. Their modern, well-organised facility has a strong order book and is continuing to grow and theyre now welcoming Production Operatives to join the team on a long-term basis, with immediate starts available.

This is a supportive, inclusive workplace where people are trained properly, treated with respect, and given opportunities to developno matter their background.

The Role

As a Production Operative, youll be part of a close-knit production team, where quality, safety, and teamwork matter.

Youll be trained to:

• Use specialist equipment such as air tools, spray guns, and hog rings
• Assemble and produce high-quality automotive components
• Carry out visual quality checks on your own work
• Follow clear health & safety processes designed to keep everyone safe
• Support your teammates to keep production running smoothly

No two days are exactly the same, and youll learn valuable skills used across modern manufacturing.

Shift Pattern

This role operates on a two-shift rotation:

Days:

• Monday Thursday 6:45am 3pm
• Friday 6:45am 2:30pm

Lates:

• Monday Thursday 4:20pm 00:35
• Friday 2:55pm 10:40pm

Youll need to be flexible to work all shifts and overtime when required.

Shift premiums reflect this flexibility.

What Were Looking For

Were interested in people, not just CVs.

• Manufacturing experience is helpful but not essentialfull training is provided
• A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
• Ability to work as part of a team in a structured environment

If youve worked in care, retail, hospitality, warehousing, or production before, your skills are highly transferable.

What Youll Get in Return

• Competitive hourly pay with generous shift premiums
• Full training and ongoing development
• Long-term, stable work with permanent opportunities
• Summer and winter factory shutdowns
• Subsidised onsite canteen
• Free tea and coffee
• Free onsite parking (cars, motorbikes, and bicycles)
• Leisure facilities (including a pool table)
• Lockers and personal storage
• Free feminine hygiene products
• Regular wellbeing events and initiatives

Our Commitment

This site is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Houghton Le Spring

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English