Production Opeertive
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,963.94 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 January 2026 |
| Location: | Banbury, Oxfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Walraven Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Production Operative - Phenolic
Base:
Walraven Ltd
18b Wildmere Road
Wildmere Industrial Estate
Banbury
OX16 3JU
Reporting to: Phenolic Team Leader, Department Manager - Production
Working schedule: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break
25 Days holiday per annum, plus 8 Bank Holidays (5 days of allowance must be kept for Christmas shut down)
Position overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Walraven Ltd, Banbury team, working in the Production Department.
As a Production Operative within the Phenolic Section we are looking for an individual who is highly organised and proactive, has sound mathematical skills, has the ability to structure and prioritise their own work, cover for colleagues and communicate in a timely, clear and concise manner at all times
Products will be manufactured/assembled using the most efficient production processes available to the company, without jeopardising the quality of the product.
Cleanliness, cost, time and efficiency will be a key focus in delivering to the customers’ expectations and supporting the needs of the business, whilst ensuring continuous compliance to Health & Safety (H&S) Regulations and Walraven’s H&S policy.
Key Responsibilities
Production Duties
Produce products in line with route card instructions and product drawings, following all Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs): this includes setting up and operating a range of production machinery such as, but not limited to
o glue guns
o band saws
o guillotines
o spray/wash booths and drying lights
Whilst maintaining a consistent, efficient, and professional approach to all tasks.
Materials Handling
o Select and collect required materials from designated production areas to support ongoing manufacturing activities
Finished Goods preparation
o Prepare and pack finished products in accordance with specifications, ensuring they are accurately labelled and ready for the next stage of processing or dispatch
General
o Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Management Team, in line with the scope and responsibilities of the role
Training and Development
All staff will receive the necessary education, training, and support to fulfil the responsibilities of their role. This may be delivered by competent internal staff or through external providers where specific certifications are required.
The Phenolic Team Leader will oversee a structured Personal Development Plan (PDP), delivered in three stages throughout the year via our Employee HRIS platform.
Required Personal Specification
o Previous experience within a Production Department
o Good understanding of the English Language both written and verbal
Desired Personal Specification
o Current Counterbalance certification
Employee Benefits
At start of employment: Employee assistance programme – policy that provides money back against certain everyday health care bills
Salary sacrifice pension scheme – option to opt out available
Employee recognition scheme – platform that turns points into vouchers
Once probation is passed: Life Insurance policy
Cycle to work scheme
MotorSave scheme
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Other Company information
Walraven are proud to be a Living Wage Employer, committed to ensuring our employees earn a wage that meets the real cost of living.
Where required, we provide a free uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure your safety and comfort at work.
Base:
Walraven Ltd
18b Wildmere Road
Wildmere Industrial Estate
Banbury
OX16 3JU
Reporting to: Phenolic Team Leader, Department Manager - Production
Working schedule: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break
25 Days holiday per annum, plus 8 Bank Holidays (5 days of allowance must be kept for Christmas shut down)
Position overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Walraven Ltd, Banbury team, working in the Production Department.
As a Production Operative within the Phenolic Section we are looking for an individual who is highly organised and proactive, has sound mathematical skills, has the ability to structure and prioritise their own work, cover for colleagues and communicate in a timely, clear and concise manner at all times
Products will be manufactured/assembled using the most efficient production processes available to the company, without jeopardising the quality of the product.
Cleanliness, cost, time and efficiency will be a key focus in delivering to the customers’ expectations and supporting the needs of the business, whilst ensuring continuous compliance to Health & Safety (H&S) Regulations and Walraven’s H&S policy.
Key Responsibilities
Production Duties
Produce products in line with route card instructions and product drawings, following all Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs): this includes setting up and operating a range of production machinery such as, but not limited to
o glue guns
o band saws
o guillotines
o spray/wash booths and drying lights
Whilst maintaining a consistent, efficient, and professional approach to all tasks.
Materials Handling
o Select and collect required materials from designated production areas to support ongoing manufacturing activities
Finished Goods preparation
o Prepare and pack finished products in accordance with specifications, ensuring they are accurately labelled and ready for the next stage of processing or dispatch
General
o Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Management Team, in line with the scope and responsibilities of the role
Training and Development
All staff will receive the necessary education, training, and support to fulfil the responsibilities of their role. This may be delivered by competent internal staff or through external providers where specific certifications are required.
The Phenolic Team Leader will oversee a structured Personal Development Plan (PDP), delivered in three stages throughout the year via our Employee HRIS platform.
Required Personal Specification
o Previous experience within a Production Department
o Good understanding of the English Language both written and verbal
Desired Personal Specification
o Current Counterbalance certification
Employee Benefits
At start of employment: Employee assistance programme – policy that provides money back against certain everyday health care bills
Salary sacrifice pension scheme – option to opt out available
Employee recognition scheme – platform that turns points into vouchers
Once probation is passed: Life Insurance policy
Cycle to work scheme
MotorSave scheme
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Other Company information
Walraven are proud to be a Living Wage Employer, committed to ensuring our employees earn a wage that meets the real cost of living.
Where required, we provide a free uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure your safety and comfort at work.