Production Operative

Dukinfield · Manufacturing · Posted 2 Nov 2026

18:30–06:30 · Weekday nights

Key details

Shift
18:30–06:30
Pattern
Weekday nights
Location
Dukinfield
Hours
Full time
Contract
Temporary
Sector
Manufacturing

About the role

Production Operative – Night Shift – Dukinfield (SK16) – £16.08 Per Hour

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join our well-established client based in Dukinfield (SK16).

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced industrial environment, offering excellent rates of pay, consistent hours and a temporary-to-permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

£16.08 Per Hour | Monday to Thursday | Three-Day Weekend | Weekly Pay | Full Training | Temp to Perm

This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as a Factory Operative, Manufacturing Operative, General Operative or Machine Operative.

Important: This is a physically demanding role involving regular lifting of up to 25kg and working in a warm industrial environment.

Shifts

• Monday to Thursday
• 18:30–06:30
• Twelve-hour night shifts
• Three-day weekend every week

Rates of Pay

• £16.08 per hour

Benefits

As a Production Operative, you will receive:

• Weekly pay
• Three-day weekend every week
• Full training provided
• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract
• On-site parking
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Production Operative, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Operating and monitoring production machinery
• Loading raw materials into machines
• Removing finished products from production lines
• Carrying out regular manual handling and lifting of materials up to 25kg
• Trimming, inspecting and quality checking finished goods
• Bagging and milling products
• Keeping work areas clean, organised and safe
• Following strict health and safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to achieve daily production targets

Essential Skills

To be successful as a Production Operative, you will need:

• Ability to carry out regular manual handling of materials weighing up to 25kg, following safe handling procedures
• Comfortable working in a warm industrial environment
• Excellent reliability and punctuality
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work twelve-hour night shifts consistently
• Commitment to following health and safety procedures

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in production or manufacturing
• Experience within heavy industrial or factory-based environments
• Previous experience operating production machinery

Training Provided

• Full training provided
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are looking for a Production Operative position offering £16.08 per hour, Monday to Thursday night shifts, a three-day weekend and the opportunity to secure a permanent contract, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for Production Operative?

Click the 'Apply for this job' button above. You'll be taken to the employer's site to complete your application.

What are the shift details?

18:30–06:30 · Weekday nights

What is the pay?

£16.08 per hour

Where is this job based?

Dukinfield

Who is the employer?

People Solutions Group Limited

Is this a night shift?

Yes. This is a night shift role — shift times are shown in the listing above.

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