Night Shift Production Operative

Reporting to: Shift Manager
Salary: starting at £39,556,79
Shift Pattern: 10pm – 6am Sunday to Thursday.
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Nights Production Operative to join our Packaging site in Hinckley. This is not an entry-level position. We're seeking individuals with proven experience operating machinery within a fast-paced manufacturing environment who can quickly become a valued member of our Night shift production team.
You'll play a key role in ensuring our manufacturing assets operate safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Ideally, you'll have experience working across multiple machine types and be confident adapting to different production processes. We are looking for someone who enjoys learning new skills, embraces continuous improvement, and is keen to develop their career within a global manufacturing business.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. You'll be responsible for operating equipment safely, following established Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), and contributing to a positive safety culture where risks and concerns are proactively identified and addressed.
What You'll Be Doing
Operating and monitoring production machinery safely and efficiently
Maximising machine performance whilst minimising downtime and waste
Carrying out machine set-up, changeovers, adjustments, and basic fault-finding
Working across multiple production assets and developing multi-skilled capability
Performing routine cleaning, inspection, and preventative maintenance activities
Ensuring products consistently meet customer quality standards
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity
Collaborating with colleagues to meet production targets and business objectives
Maintaining accurate production and quality records
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment
Strong understanding of health and safety within a factory setting
Experience working to production targets and quality standards
Ability to identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and take appropriate action
Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn new machines and processes
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Flexible approach and willingness to develop multi-skilled capability across production assets
Desirable Experience
Experience within corrugated packaging, print, paper, converting, FMCG, or similar manufacturing environments
Experience operating multiple machine types or production lines
Mechanical aptitude and experience supporting basic machine maintenance activities
Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience