Production Operative

Are you looking for a hands-on role where your attention to detail genuinely matters? Our Client near Abingdon and Oxford, a reputed manufacturing company, is hiring a dedicated Production Operative to help build, test, and inspect high-quality marine products. You'll join a supportive, safety-conscious team-where a proactive attitude and pride in your workmanship are valued every day.
What you'll be doing:
* Assist with the assembly and finishing of moulded parts, ensuring consistently high standards
* Support preparation of mouldings to keep production moving in line with schedules
* Help prepare and bond boats, including cutting, grinding, and flow coating bonded boats
* Work across different stages of manufacturing as directed by your line supervisor
* Support production of sub-assemblies when required
* Help train new team members and assist other personnel
* Keep your workstation clean, organised, and ready for work
* Follow health and safety procedures and company policies at all times
* Carry out additional tasks as assigned by senior management
What you'll bring:
* A good standard of general education
* Practical experience in a manufacturing or workshop environment, and comfort using conventional power and hand tools
* A proactive, can-do attitude, with the ability to work independently when needed
* Strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
* Clear communication and the ability to follow instructions accurately
* Reliability, organisation, and a genuine team spirit with a strong work ethic
Additional information:
* Experience in boat or moulded product assembly is desirable
* Safety-conscious working is essential (no formal licences or certifications are required)
* Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm, £27k, bonus, 25 days holiday, private healthcare & pension, plus social club and activities
* You must be able to drive due to the location

If you're motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a meaningful manufacturing process, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your work makes a real impact.

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