Production Operative – Job Description

Location: Thatcham
Starting Salary: £34,200
Shift Pattern: Rotational 3-shift system (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am), including holiday cover

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery as part of a team 
• Work safely at all times, following Health & Safety at Work regulations to protect both personal safety and that of colleagues.
• Help maximise site performance by reducing waste, minimising machine downtime, and ensuring efficient production flow.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards on the production floor to support productivity, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Support and participate in cross-functional and continuous improvement projects to enhance processes and equipment performance.
• Communicate effectively with Shift Supervisors and Managers as required, ensuring smooth workflow and issue escalation.
• Achieve on-time delivery targets by maintaining consistent output and quality levels.
• Take responsibility for personal development through on-the-job training and other learning opportunities provided by the company.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working within a manufacturing or production environment, with the flexibility to work across all three rotating shifts.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate and resolve technical or mechanical issues.
• Demonstrated success in a fast-paced, target-driven, high-technology production setting.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, ambitious, and resilient, with a strong team-focused mindset.
• Clear and confident communicator who works well with others and contributes positively to the wider team.
• Willingness to learn, upskill, and adapt within a fast-moving, quality-driven production environment.