Production Support Assistant

At Magnet we’re passionate about our heritage, our craftsmanship, and our people. Our manufacturing sites play a vital role in delivering high-quality kitchens to our customers.

We’re currently looking for a Production Support Assistant to help contribute to the smooth running of our supply chain operations. In this role you will join our manufacturing team and provide essential support across production planning, stock control, systems, and reporting.

Please note - This role will be working the rotating shift pattern of 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm and 10pm - 6am, to be able provide support to our supply chain operations.

What’s in it for you?

Salary of £13.09 per hour plus shift allowance (37.5/39 hour contract) Fantastic company discounts: Up to 80% off our stylish kitchen ranges and products Wellbeing support: Access to our virtual GP service and employee assistance platform 24/7 Lifestyle perks: Cycle to work scheme and savings on hundreds of top brands via our benefits app A collaborative culture built on care, inclusion, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Be Doing

Support daily production planning, ensuring plans, bookings, and shop orders are accurate and up to date Assist Team Leaders with stock location, validation, and issue resolution across all production areas Maintain high levels of stock control and accuracy Manage ATO‑specific activities including EXPI checks, scrap control, pallet movements, transfers, and live load sheet tracking Complete regular scrap audits and maintain accurate PI and reporting documentation Produce and support weekly and monthly operational reports, escalating risks and recurring issues as required Maintain accurate system data, support basic system access requests, comply with Health & Safety standards, and contribute to continuous improvement

Who We’re Looking For

Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of a production environment A practical, analytical problem‑solver with excellent attention to detail Confident working independently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume manufacturing setting Highly organised with strong time management and prioritisation skills Proactive, motivated, and comfortable constructively challenging issues Proficient in Microsoft Office Experience in a production, manufacturing, or supply chain environment is highly desirable

You’ll also be successful in this role by living and breathing our core values - Care, Deliver, Inspire.

Care – Building strong relationships, fostering collaboration, and supporting others while caring about our customers

Inspiring – Communicating with impact, leading with purpose, and helping bring our strategy to life

Delivering – Making sound decisions, using data and insight to drive action, and staying focused on results with a mindset of continuous improvement

Why choose Magnet?

At Magnet we’re proud of our 100-year heritage and excited about what’s ahead.

As the UK’s leading kitchen specialist, our success is built on the passion and creativity of our people. We’re on a journey of transformation, and we’re always open to fresh ideas. So even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you.

We’re committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.

Magnet was founded by Tom Duxbury in 1918, as a joinery business in Bingley, Yorkshire. Tom named his business after his beloved horse, Magnet, and believed in a considered approach and a commitment to quality. This simple premise still drives Magnet today.

Tom believed in a considered approach, enabling him to offer better products and services to his customers. This simple premise still drives Magnet today.

We've come a long way from our humble Yorkshire roots, growing to be both leaders and pioneers in the industry as we paved the way for all the kitchen retailers in the UK.