General Operative
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 to £14.70 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 2EE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | JN -022026-18841_1772092898 |
Summary
General Operative Role
We are currently recruiting for a General Operative to join a well-established manufacturing company. This is a hands-on role within a busy production environment, offering clear progression and competitive pay rates.
Role Responsibilities
- Inspect finished garments to identify faults or imperfections
- Carry out repairs to ensure products meet quality standards
- Prepare and process materials to specification
- Maintain high levels of attention to detail
- Work efficiently as part of a team to meet production targets
This role would suit someone with a good eye for detail, patience, and a strong work ethic. Previous manufacturing experience is beneficial but not essential as full training will be provided.
Initial Training Period (First 6 Weeks)Shift Pattern (Days):
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 6:00am - 3:00pm
- Wednesday: 6:00am - 11:00am
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour
Post-Training Shift Pattern6:00am - 6:00pm
3 days off / 3 days on rotation
Pay Rate: £13.07 per hour
Progression & Pay Increases
We offer structured skill development with increased pay as you progress:
- £14.22 per hour - Next skill rate
- £14.70 per hour - Final skill rate
Wage rise due in April
Why you'll love working with us:
At The Best Connection, we believe in rewarding our temporary workforce. That's why you'll get FREE access to Perks at Work , an exclusive discount platform with unbeatable savings on travel, electronics, home appliances, cinema tickets, and more. Whether you're planning a holiday, upgrading your tech, or treating yourself, you'll save big. You can even suggest new retailers and access a community learning academy - just one of the many ways we support you.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.