ASSA ABLOY
Production Operative
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Production Operative - Lorient, Newton Abbott
Earn up to £34,725.60 + Overtime + Career Development Opportunities
Are you looking for a hands-on role in a successful manufacturing business where your skills are valued and rewarded? Do you enjoy working as part of a team, operating machinery, and producing high-quality products?
At Lorient, we're looking for enthusiastic and reliable Production Operatives to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with competitive pay, structured progression, and the chance to develop into higher-grade roles.
What's in it for you?
Competitive Salary Package
- Basic Salary: £26,694.30
- 20% Shift Allowance: £5,338.86
- Total annual basic earnings: £32,033.16
Career Progression Opportunities
- Train and progress to a higher-grade role:
- Higher Grade Salary: £28,938.00
- With 20% Shift Allowance: £34,725.60
Additional Benefits
- Structured pay progression linked to skills, qualifications, and grades
- Overtime opportunities to increase your earnings
- Ongoing training and development
- Stable employment within a growing manufacturing business
What You'll Be Doing
As a Production Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our products are manufactured to the highest standards and delivered to meet customer requirements.
Your Responsibilities
- Operate Machinery & Quality Check Products
- Run a variety of manufacturing equipment and machinery
- Carry out visual, dimensional, and physical quality inspections
- Ensure products consistently meet customer specifications
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Support Production & Packing Operations
- Work across extrusion lines and production processes
- Pack finished goods accurately and efficiently
- Help maintain stock levels of high-demand products
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Maintain a Safe Working Environment
- Follow all Health & Safety procedures
- Keep work areas clean, organised, and hazard-free
- Dispose of waste in line with company policies
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Care for Equipment & Report Issues
- Use machinery responsibly and safely
- Report faults or maintenance concerns promptly
- Help minimise downtime and ensure smooth operations
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Work as Part of a Flexible Team
- Support colleagues across different production areas when required
- Contribute to achieving team targets and delivery deadlines
- Maintain high quality and environmental standards
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates who have:
- Experience within a manufacturing or production environment
- Excellent attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
- Good manual dexterity and practical skills
- Strong teamwork and communication abilities
- A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn
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Most importantly, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, enjoy being part of a team, and want to build a rewarding career in manufacturing.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're motivated, dependable, and looking for a role with excellent earning potential and genuine opportunities for progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing career with Lorient.
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