Production Operative
| Posting date: | 18 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.63 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 June 2026 |
| Location: | SR8 2QH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | GEM Partnership |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | GEM-NO-PO-PTL |
Summary
Job Description
Our client based in Peterlee are looking for Production Operatives to work on a busy production line. Ideal candidates will have experience of working in an automotive environment or alternatively manufacturing experience, however training can be provided to those without relevant experience. The role consists of monitoring quality of materials transferred to production line and completing production records as required for production efficiency.
Duties
1. Set up and run plant in accordance with SOP’s.
2. Machine operation and setting.
3. Ensure equipment is running correctly and safely. Take appropriate action to resolve problems, including stopping the line, when necessary, in order to request assistance from maintenance or supervision.
4. Ensure that customer specification is adhered to and appropriate quality standards are maintained.
5. Ensure that all work areas are kept clean, tidy and free from damaged goods.
6. Carry out quality checks as stipulated in customer specification or advised by the QA Department.
Required knowledge, skills or experience
1. Have a can-do attitude
2. Good communication skills
3. Attention to detail
4. Flexible
5. Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Additional Information
Location: Peterlee
Hours of work:
12hr shift rotation
Days – Tuesday – Thursday 7am – 7pm
Nights – Monday 11pm – 7am, Tuesday to Thursday 7pm – 7am
Rates of pay:
£15.63 per hour
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment business.
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Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.
Our client based in Peterlee are looking for Production Operatives to work on a busy production line. Ideal candidates will have experience of working in an automotive environment or alternatively manufacturing experience, however training can be provided to those without relevant experience. The role consists of monitoring quality of materials transferred to production line and completing production records as required for production efficiency.
Duties
1. Set up and run plant in accordance with SOP’s.
2. Machine operation and setting.
3. Ensure equipment is running correctly and safely. Take appropriate action to resolve problems, including stopping the line, when necessary, in order to request assistance from maintenance or supervision.
4. Ensure that customer specification is adhered to and appropriate quality standards are maintained.
5. Ensure that all work areas are kept clean, tidy and free from damaged goods.
6. Carry out quality checks as stipulated in customer specification or advised by the QA Department.
Required knowledge, skills or experience
1. Have a can-do attitude
2. Good communication skills
3. Attention to detail
4. Flexible
5. Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Additional Information
Location: Peterlee
Hours of work:
12hr shift rotation
Days – Tuesday – Thursday 7am – 7pm
Nights – Monday 11pm – 7am, Tuesday to Thursday 7pm – 7am
Rates of pay:
£15.63 per hour
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are trading as a recruitment business.
To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the JobsAware website: https://www.jobsaware.co.uk/ ?to get free, expert advice for safer job search
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.
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