Operator, Production

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application‑specific fluid power and power transmission solutions, pushing the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

What to Expect

• Join our team as a full‑time Production & Warehouse Operator at our Dumfries facility, working various shift patterns.
• Both temporary and permanent roles are available, with a £850 hiring bonus that may apply.
• Report to the Shift Coordinators and Production Manager and support the manufacturing and warehousing of quality products.
• Work in line with Standard Working Practices and contribute to meeting daily production targets.

• Operate equipment and processes per Standard Working Practices and Manufacturing Operating Procedures.
• Keep work areas clean and organized throughout and at the end of shifts.
• Accurately update hourly production records.
• Report hazardous practices, equipment, or near‑miss incidents.
• Meet quality and productivity targets as part of a team.

• Follow procedures precisely to ensure safety and consistency.
• Maintain cleanliness and keep your work area tidy during and after shifts.
• Be accurate and timely: log production data correctly and report issues promptly.
• Stay safety‑focused and report any unsafe conditions or near misses immediately.
• Work as a team player and cooperate with colleagues to meet daily quality and productivity targets.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment or on shifts is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong manual dexterity and numeracy skills.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on safety and maintaining a clean workspace.

Founded in 1911, Gates is a publicly traded company committed to pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people to solve today’s and tomorrow’s diverse customer challenges.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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