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Production Operator

Job in Newtownabbey, County Antrim, BT36, Northern Ireland, UK
Listing for: Brett Martin Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 14.34 - 16.27 GBP Hourly GBP 14.34 16.27 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Description

Production Operator

Location

Brett Martin Ltd, 24 Roughfort Road

About the Role

To carry out required duties on production lines, including ancillary machinery, and to ensure that finished products are of the required standard.

Working Hours & Compensation
  • 12‑hour shifts rotating days and nights, including weekends
  • 40.25 or 46 hours per week, depending on shift pattern
  • 7 or 8 out of every 14 days/night, depending on shift pattern
  • £14.34 – £16.18 per hour inclusive of shift premium
  • Salary up to £34,310.99 inclusive of shift premium
Main Tasks & Duties
  • Quality control and inspection of finished products
  • Packaging of finished products ensuring they meet required quality standards
  • Assisting with machinery as required
  • Ability to work with warm water (personal protective equipment supplied if required)
  • Maintain work area to required standard
  • Deal with non‑conforming materials, processes and products in accordance with company procedures
  • Participate in training and improvement activities and train others as required
  • Be willing and capable to learn new and established processes and procedures within given time‑scales as required by the production manager
  • Ensure that all output and product output sheets are completed on their shift and that any problems relating to scrap or downtime are clearly documented
Required Criteria
  • Basic numeracy skills
  • Ability to work in a busy manufacturing environment
  • A good level of English both written and verbal
  • Can work 12‑hour shifts, including weekends
Desired Criteria
  • GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
  • Have a FLT license
  • Basic IT literacy
  • Recent experience working within a manufacturing environment
Skills Needed
  • Compliance
  • Hospitality
  • People
  • Labour / Construction
  • Manufacturing / Production
About the Company

Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specialises in plastic sheets, roof‑light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer.

The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.

Company Culture

At Brett Martin, you’ll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you’re looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands‑on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career.

Closing

Date

Sunday 18th January, 2026

Salary

From £14.34 hourly to £16.27 hourly

Contract Type

Fulltime

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