Production Operative

  • Anglian Recruitment
  • Thetford, Norfolk
  • Dec 04, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE
Location: Near Thetford (must have own transport)
Salary: £26,500 + regular overtime
Hours:
• Mon Thurs: 08 45
• Fri: 08 00
Holidays: 25 days per year (Jan Dec) + bank holidays

We are recruiting for a Production Operative to join a well-established manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role involving the assembly, preparation, and packing of products before dispatch. A great opportunity for someone reliable and practical who is looking for a long-term position with full training provided.

The Role

You will work as part of a team to carry out a range of production tasks, including:

  • Preparing components and materials

  • Assembling products to manufacturing standards

  • Applying fittings, fixtures, labels and other product details

  • Packing, palletising and preparing items for delivery

  • Using air and powered hand tools (training provided)

  • Reading and working from manufacturing drawings (training provided)

  • Following all health & safety procedures

  • Supporting with general production duties as required

Manual handling is involved. The heaviest individual panel weighs approx. 15kg.

About You

  • Reliable, punctual and able to manage your workload

  • Strong attention to detail and able to work to deadlines

  • Confident using or learning hand/power tools

  • Good communication skills within a small team

  • Full driving licence and own transport (site is 5 miles outside Thetford)

Experience with CNC machinery is desirable but not essential.

What s on Offer

  • Regular overtime available

  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

  • Stable, long-term role with training and development

  • Friendly and supportive working environment

Apply now to Emma at Anglian Recruitment