Part-Time Production Operative

Job Overview

Kinetic Industrial are working with a leading supplier of specialist cable products and solutions in Blackley to recruit a part‑time Production Operative. You'll play a key role in keeping production running smoothly while supporting safety, quality and environmental performance. This is a part‑time, temporary‑to‑permanent position with opportunity for full time hours in the future. You must be able to work rotating shifts as described below.

• Week 1 – Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm (16 hours)
• Week 2 – Monday and Tuesday 8:30 am to 5 pm (24 hours)

We will conduct a drug and alcohol test at interview stage. A negative result is required to start.

• Follow cutting orders and use correct materials
• Cut, pack, and process cable orders accurately
• Operate machinery safely
• Complete orders using scanners or manual records
• Wear PPE and report any issues
• Report faults, accidents, or damaged products
• Keep work area clean and organised
• Check tools and equipment and report defects
• Follow safety and environmental guidelines
• Support with general tasks as required

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Clear communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, hardworking and self‑motivated
• Basic understanding of health & safety in an industrial environment
• Production/quality experience (preferred)
• Good problem‑solving skills
• NVQ or equivalent (desirable)
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test

• £12.71 per hour
• Part‑time with the chance of full‑time in the future
• Temporary to permanent position

If you are looking for part‑time work and will pass a drug and alcohol test then please do apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Please note that we do not accept applications over the phone, and due to expected interest, we cannot respond to every applicant. Kinetic plc is a recruitment consultancy with over 40 years’ experience providing staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical sectors.

We review all applications carefully and will contact candidates whose experience closely matches the role.