Manufacturing Operative

Production Operative

About the Role

We are looking for motivated and reliable Production Operatives to join our Manufacturing team at our East Peckham site.

Working as part of a busy production team, you will support the manufacturing process to produce high-quality wallcovering products safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. This is a hands‑on role where attention to detail, teamwork and a positive attitude are essential.

This role operates on a rotating two-week shift pattern.

Week 1

• Monday to Friday
• 6:00am - 2:00pm

Week 2

• Monday to Thursday
• 2:00pm - 10:00pm

As a Production Operative, you will:

• Assist in the manufacture of high-quality wallcovering products.
• Support production processes including PVC mixing, coating, printing and embossing.
• Load and set print or embossing cylinders.
• Clean production equipment between manufacturing runs.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Pack products ready for dispatch.
• Minimise waste while maintaining production efficiency.
• Follow all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Comply with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the production area.
• Work as part of a team to meet production targets and customer deadlines.

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good colour vision.
• A strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Safety‑conscious approach to work.
• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual handling tasks.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Self‑motivation with a positive attitude.
• Able to work under pressure and meet production targets.

• GCSE English and Maths.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Full training programme (typically 1-6 months).
• Company-provided uniform, workwear and safety boots.
• 25 days annual leave per holiday year (January to December).
• Planned annual shutdowns:
  • End of May - 4 mandatory holiday days.
  • August - 2-week factory shutdown.
  • Christmas - 4 mandatory holiday days.
• Following the mandatory shutdowns, employees have 7 days annual leave remaining to book at times of their choice.
• Company pension scheme following the qualifying period:
  • Employee contribution: 5%
  • Employer contribution: 3%
• Company sick pay after six months' service.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your manufacturing skills.

If you're hardworking, dependable and enjoy working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and build a long-term career in manufacturing.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.