Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Production Operative
Job Summary
West Design Products Ltd based in Bush Park, Estover manufacture paper and stationery products for some of the UK's largest retailers.
We are looking for packers to work on the factory production line for a period of four weeks. This may then be extended by another four weeks.
You will need a good eye for detail and take pride in your work to ensure accuracy.
Be prepared to be on your feet all day, working with a fair amount of manual handling when laying up heavy packs of paper and card.
Work safely, wearing PPE and maintain a safe and clean environment
Job Type / Category
Standard hours 40 hrs per week 0700-1530 hrs Monday-Friday
Start ASAP
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
Basic numeracy skills
Previous production, assembly or manufacturing experience an advantage
Benefits
Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount
Employee Assistance Programme plus physiotherapy, 24 hr GP service etc
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Salary: Up to £10.42 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
Hand sanitising, face mask wearing, ventilated
Work remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plymouth PL6 7RG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative roles across West Design Products Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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