The Whittan Group
Production Operative Level 1
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Milton Keynes
Full time
Permanent
Production Operative
Shifts Available
- 06:00–16:30, Monday to Thursday
- 16:30–03:00, Monday to Thursday 20% Shift Premium
Warehouse and Manufacturing Environment
The Whittan Group is the largest manufacturer of steel storage products in the United Kingdom. Operating through a portfolio of market‑leading brands, we design, manufacture and install storage solutions for commercial and industrial environments across the UK and Europe.
We are seeking a Production Operator to join our expanding operation in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high‑quality products through the effective operation of a range of machinery, while adhering to all health and safety policies and contributing positively to a safe working environment.
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The Production Operator will work within a fast‑paced warehouse and production setting, ensuring that output targets, quality standards and operational procedures are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate production machinery and undertake manual handling of products as required.
- Achieve daily production targets in accordance with scheduled workloads.
- Comply with all health and safety procedures and follow company work instructions.
- Maintain product quality by inspecting first‑offs and ensuring defects are not passed through the process.
- Record production data accurately, including SAP entries and downtime reporting.
- Maintain a clean and organised workstation in line with 5S principles.
- Conduct basic fault‑finding and escalate complex issues to the Team Leader.
- Train on multiple machine types to support operational flexibility.
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Skills And Experience
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects or irregularities.
- Computer literacy, including the use of machine interfaces and data entry systems.
- Understanding of mechanical production techniques (desirable).
- Experience using SAP (desirable).
- Ability to work effectively within a fast‑paced warehouse and production environment.
The Whittan Group promotes equality of opportunity in that everyone who works for us and any job applicants will be treated equally, regardless of gender or gender reassignment, age, ethnic or national origin, nationality, race, colour, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
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