Experienced Production Operative

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ManufacturingYorkshireCompetitivePermanent

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Job Title
Experienced Production Operative
Location
Ripon, North Yorkshire
Salary
£30,000 – £34,000 per annum, dependent on experience (DOE)
Hours of Work

Day shift, Monday to Friday
Flexible start times between 2:00am and 8:00am
8.5-hour shifts

Overview
Our client is a well-established and expanding manufacturing business based in Ripon. Due to continued growth and increased production demand, they are looking to recruit an experienced Production Operative to support their ongoing expansion. This is a hands-on role requiring solid production experience alongside the ability to assist with the maintenance and upkeep of production machinery. The successful candidate will become a key part of a growing operation offering long-term stability and progression.
Key Responsibilities

Operate production machinery in line with company procedures and production schedules
Assist with routine maintenance, basic fault finding, and first-line repairs on production equipment
Carry out machine changeovers, setups, and adjustments as required
Monitor machine performance and report defects, breakdowns, or safety concerns
Ensure products meet quality standards and production targets
Maintain accurate production and maintenance records where required
Comply with all health & safety procedures and housekeeping standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives
Work closely with production, maintenance, and supervisory teams

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as a Production Operative within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience assisting with machine maintenance, servicing, or mechanical adjustments
Strong mechanical awareness and practical problem-solving ability
Ability to work independently and show initiative
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Flexibility to start between 2:00am and 8:00am
Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused approach

Desirable (but not essential)

Mechanical or engineering qualifications
Experience with automated or semi-automated production machinery
Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methods

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary of £30,000 – £34,000 DOE
Monday to Friday day shift pattern
Flexible start times
Opportunity to join a growing and expanding business
Long-term, stable employment with development opportunities

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Consultant

Molly Thompson

Molly has recently joined Jackson Hogg as a Senior Recruitment Consultant, bringing over three years of experience in temporary recruitment. Specialising in the industrial sector, she is passionate about connecting skilled professionals with the right opportunities and supporting businesses in finding the talent they need to succeed. Molly takes pride in building strong, lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, delivering a personalised and professional recruitment service. In her spare time she loves watching football, going on muddy walks with her 2 dogs and cooking.

Senior Temporary Consultant - Industrial

07915232964

molly.thompson@jacksonhogg.com

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