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Production Operative

Job Description

Production Operative
Location: Swindon
Pay Rate: £15.37 per hour
Working Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 3:00 PM - 12:30 AM

  • Friday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Thrive Group are delighted to be recruiting for a Production Operative to join a busy and well-established manufacturing environment. This role involves operating specialist laser machinery and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate laser cutting equipment in accordance with production requirements

  • Conduct quality checks and ensure all products meet company standards

  • Record and report any waste or non-compliance issues accurately

  • Scan all work onto the internal system in real time to support production tracking

  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times, including use of PPE

  • Perform basic machine maintenance, troubleshooting, and liaising with technical teams as needed

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments

  • Maintain accurate logs of equipment maintenance and materials usage

  • Keep the work environment clean, organised, and safe

  • Ensure correct materials and packaging are used for each production batch

  • Participate in regular stock takes and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

  • Familiarity with machinery operation is desirable (training will be provided)

  • High attention to detail and ability to follow procedures

  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

  • A proactive and safety-conscious mindset

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