Temporary Production Operative – Manufacturing

About the role

Premier Work Support is seeking a temporary Production Operative for a reputable manufacturing client in the Horsham area. The role involves working on production lines, operating machinery, and handling materials throughout the shift.

Key responsibilities

• Organise and prioritise tasks to meet production time constraints.
• Perform basic quality checks against product specifications and drawing tolerances.
• Operate machines independently after training.
• Load and unload products from automated processes.
• Pack stock for shipment, including shrink‑wrapping after quality inspection.
• Read and interpret production schedules to prioritise workload.
• Manage multiple machines simultaneously during long‑running cycles.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to work on a Monday‑Friday shift from 06:00 to 14:30.
• Own vehicle required for commuting to the site.

Required skills

• Forklift operation
• Machine operation
• Quality inspection
• Production scheduling
• Heavy lifting

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.80
• Temporary fixed‑term contract
• Hands‑on experience in a dynamic manufacturing setting