Manufacturing Operative

Manufacturing Operator

Location:

Sheffield
Shift Pattern:
Panama (12-hour Days & Nights)
Salary:
Starting from £27,217.17 (£1,500 shift premium)
Progression:
Up to £34,867.35 within 18 months
Overtime:
Paid at time and a half

We are seeking a Manufacturing Operator to assist in running extrusion and print lines producing plastic building products. This role is key to ensuring production targets, quality standards, and operational efficiency are consistently achieved.

• Assisting in the setup and operation of extrusion and print lines
• Carrying out line changeovers, including materials and print settings
• Performing quality inspections and testing
• Packing, labelling, and preparing finished goods
• Working to production targets and performance standards

• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation (plastics experience desirable)
• Knowledge of extrusion, injection moulding, or similar processes (advantageous)
• Ability to work independently and within a team

• Clear progression through structured pay grades
• Opportunity to reach top salary within 18 months
• Full training on machinery and processes
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Long-term career development opportunities

Panama shift rotation (12-hour day and night shifts), offering consistent scheduling and regular time off.