General Operative/Production Technician

This is a great opportunity if you like to be hands on , dislike being still and enjoy to get stuck into task and enhance your skills.

Location: Alfreton
Salary: Starting at £28,571.40 per annum (50-hour week)

Temp to Perm

6:00 am - 4:00 pm

Additional Benefits:

Overtime: Saturday (1.5x), Sunday (2x)
Callouts: £50 per call
Opportunity to increase salary to £34,000 within the first year through progression and meeting banding targets
Early finish on Fridays with shorter breaks
Full PPE provided (steel toe cap boots required)
Great company culture focused on training, development, and career progression

About the Role

Our client in Alfreton is seeking an adaptable, hands-on General Operative who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a dynamic position that combines technical, mechanical, and warehouse responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Perform pre-use checks on all equipment (training provided).
Proactively identify and report safety concerns.
Adhere to all health and safety guidelines, always wearing PPE.
Participate in factory meetings and contribute to process improvements.
Perform production, fabrication, and warehouse duties as required.
Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards at the end of each shift.
Ensure all work meets quality standards and complete quality checks as directed.
Report any quality issues to the line manager or Factory Manager.
Accurately track data using barcodes.
Follow quality control processes for all manufactured products.

What We’re Looking For

Experience with tools such as angle grinders would be useful.
Mechanical, technical, or fabrication background advantageous.
Forklift truck (FLT) driving experience is beneficial but not essential.
Must hold a valid driver’s license.
Adaptable, hardworking, and willing to take on diverse tasks.
Resilient, proactive, and a team player who doesn't like to sit still.

If you’re a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a desire to excel, we’d love to hear from you!