Production Operative

Dewsbury, England, Yorkshire & The Humber

Permanent

Production Operatives x50+ required (Dewsbury Area).

An opportunity to be part of a ground breaking project and work in a new state of the art, fast paced, engineering manufacturing facility commencing in early 2026.

Are you an experienced Production Operative? or a hands‑on Assembly Worker with prior experience working with hand-tools in a manufacturing/ mechanical facility?(

NOTE:

We can't accept production workers from a food factory/ FMCG background UNLESS you have proven Operator experience in mechanical assembly!)

Prefer part time? We are looking at putting a 'Part time DAY' and 'Part time EVENING' pattern on to accommodate families/ school runs/ students/ others needing shorter shift work.

If you answered YES to these 2 questions, please continue reading, complete the Google Form on the bottom of this advert and/ call us for more details on the part time day/ evening options! Apply NOW!

• Assembling components using various hand and power tools.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Working with various materials, including steel, copper and plastic pipework (conduits, ducting, and pipe spooling).
• Performing quality inspections and adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols.
• Operating cranes and FLTs (Forklift Trucks) - a bonus, but not essential.

• Part time DAY hours (currently in negotiations by management):
  Mon-Thurs &/ Fri: 09:30-14:30 (Fridays tbc)
• Part time EVE hours (currently in negotiations by management):
  Mon-Thurs &/ Fri: 17:00-22:00 (+/- start times tbc)

Benefits Package:
* Offering 8% pension, health package, Lifestyle vouchers, company value awards programs, up to 41days holiday available
** Excellent Training: A clear development pathway for the technical person craving the chance to level-up in their career!
* Genuine Progression: A strong history of developing talent, with many Team Leaders and Managers having started in apprentice or entry-level roles and progressing internally.
* Modern Facilities:
Enjoy downtime with games and complimentary tea/ coffee in modern, warm canteens.
* Safety & Workwear:
Safety and comfort is a core priority of this organisation. All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is supplied to a high standard, including Top-quality boots, overalls. Premium air-fed masks/ respirators to ensure maximum safety.

This role is a dextrous, hands‑on and technical position, offering stability, skill development and clear progression opportunities for the right candidates! We want YOU! This is a chance to join one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services companies.

Location:

Shawcross, Dewsbury WF12 (easily commutable from Wakefield, Horbury, Brighouse, Morley, Cleckheaton, Tingley, North Huddersfield, maybe even Barnsley)

Status:
Potential 18week Temp-to-Perm contract of service (like a probationary period)

Pay:
Starting £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.66 after 5week training check-in, £13.59 after completed all training modules &/ taken on permanent (HIGHER RATES COMING IN APRIL 2026 above £14.00!)

Please add your preferred shift patterns here via this Google Form: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). C3q8

Full time hours would be:
* Mon-Wed: 07:00-17:00, Thurs: 07:00-16:30 (37.5hours standard, weekly paid)
* Optional overtime often available on Fridays (at Time+1/2)

The Benefits The company offers a fantastic, comprehensive benefits package designed to reward its employees, which become available upon permanent transfer:

• Generous Pension:
  An excellent 8% employer pension contribution (significantly above the UK's auto‑enrolment minimum of 3%).
• Upcoming Wage Review: A new wage rise is scheduled for April 2026.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive health package available for you and your family.
• Flexible Leave:
  Options to buy or sell up to 1 week of holidays, plus an annual Wellbeing Day and Volunteer Days. You could have access to up to 41 days of leave available over the year!
• Lifestyle Perks:
  Access to a variety of online lifestyle vouchers and a company value awards program.

We are interested in hearing from mechanically or electrically minded individuals with a practical background and a thirst to learn.

Ideal experience may include:

• Practical experience with tools and machinery in an engineering, manufacturing or workshop environment.
• Experience in roles such as Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Engineering Labourer, Semi‑Skilled Worker, Assembly Operative (engineering) or Mechanical/ Electrical Assembly Operative.
• Ability to read technical drawings or a strong willingness to learn.
• A detail-oriented, safety-conscious and team-focused attitude.

To be considered for these MULTIPLE opportunities in January 2026 and proceed to invitation of a Video Interview, please click Apply Now with your most up to date CV.