The Role: Production Operative

Summary: A role which offers a variety of tasks, and potential career progression within a small family business working with some of the biggest brands worldwide.

Location:  Banbury

Salary: £13.50 -£15.40phr depending upon experience 

Hours: 0800-1630 Monday to Thursday, Friday 0800-1330

Status: Permanent

Your Mission: As a Production/Machine Operative you will be working in a small friendly enthusiastic team in a high-pressure environment whereby enthusiasm, a keen eye for detail and a strong team spirit are required. This role can offer career advancement into a Leadership role should the successful candidate seek career progression.

The Client: A family hands-on business where everyone pulls in the same direction! With over 39 years of expertise, our wonderful client is a leading provider of specialised print and finishing services working with some of the biggest brands worldwide.

The Position:

• Set up and adjust printing equipment based on job requirements, including loading materials, adjusting settings, and monitoring the production process.
• Monitor the printing process to ensure quality control and adjust as needed to maintain consistency and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with printing equipment to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
• Follow correct machine operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance on printing machines to ensure optimal performance and prevent breakdowns.
• Checking inventory of printing supplies and materials, and report as needed to support production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Document production data, job specifications, and quality control measures for reporting and record-keeping purposes.
• Report faults and escalate where appropriate.
• Manual handling duties including box creation, presentation folders etc

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Must be able to demonstrate a stable employment history
• Ideally have experience in the Print or Manufacturing Industry
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to take on key learning and instruction
• Strong team spirit and communication skills
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance record.