Manufacturing Operative

Brook StreetHadlowreedpublished 09/24/2026
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Production Operative

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.