Production Operative
| Posting date: | 30 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 January 2026 |
| Location: | Pontypool, Torfaen, NP4 6YW |
| Company: | JDR - Just Dynamic Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PRODU19679_1767096366 |
Summary
Job Title: Production Operative
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Location: Pontypool
Start Date: Immediate
Shift: Monday to Friday, 07:00am - 3:30pm
Additional information: Must hold a valid FLT Licence
Job Description:
JDR Recruitment are currently looking for reliable and hard-working Production Operatives to join our client's busy manufacturing team based in Pontypool. This is an excellent opportunity for long-term, full-time work with the potential to become permanent.
The Role:
As a Production Operative, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day manufacturing process, supporting the production team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Operating production machinery and equipment safely
* Assisting with the assembly and finishing of manufactured products
* Loading and unloading materials
* Operating a forklift as required
* Carrying out basic quality checks
* Maintaining a clean and organised work area
* Always Following health & safety procedures
* Supporting other production and workshop tasks as required
This role is hands-on and can be physically demanding, requiring good manual handling ability.
About You:
We're looking for someone who:
* Holds a valid FLT Licence (essential)
* Has previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment (preferred but not essential)
* Is reliable, punctual, and has a positive attitude
* Works well as part of a team and can follow instructions
* Takes pride in maintaining a safe and tidy workspace
* Has their own PPE (safety boots, hi-vis, gloves, etc.)
* Has access to transport due to the site location
The Benefits:
* Immediate start available
* Weekly pay
* Competitive hourly rate
* Full-time ongoing work
* Temp-to-perm opportunity
* Long-term job stability
* Free on-site parking
About Us:
JDR Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.