Production Operator

At Eakin Healthcare, care is at the heart of everything we do.
We are a family-owned global medical device company driven by a simple vision: Where Care Leads, Hope Follows. For more than 50 years, we've been developing innovative healthcare solutions that make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients around the world.
Today, our team of over 700 colleagues operates across three UK manufacturing sites, 12 international sales and distribution centres, and exports to more than 60 countries worldwide. From market-leading Ostomy and Respiratory therapies to our trusted Respond home delivery service, we're committed to improving lives through innovation, quality and exceptional care.
We don't just care for the people who use our products and services, we care for our colleagues too. That's why we're proud to be recognised as a Great Place to Work®, creating an environment where people can thrive, grow and make a real impact.
If you're looking for a career with purpose, where your work matters and your contribution is valued, we'd love to hear from you.
WHY JOIN US?
We’re good at what we do – come and join us and you can benefit from:
Bonus
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 28)
Option to buy holiday days
Wellbeing Programme
Health Cash Plan
Pension
Life Assurance
Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
Cycle to Work Scheme
Referral Scheme
Long Service Awards
Free Parking
JOB OVERVIEW
Job Title: Production Operator (x3 positions available)
Reporting to: Production Supervisor / Manager
Hours per week: 40
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10:00 - 20:30 (4 day week)
Salary: £12.73 per hour (Skills / Shift Allowance depending on shift and training)
JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of the role is to ensure good quality products are manufactured in line with the relevant work instruction to meet customer requirements within efficient and calculated timelines. You will work as an important part of the packing production team on the site you are based.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manufacturing Processes
Carry out various operations within the department ensuring good quality products.
Follow the relevant work instructions and quality control procedures specified on the QMS to manufacture products of the highest standard.
Quality Checks
Report any variances to standard of product and seek advice if unsure.
Ensure any documentation is completed correctly and can be read easily.
Housekeeping
To ensure a good standard of housekeeping is maintained in the working area.
Packing Products
Responsible for ensuring products manufactured are packed neatly into the containers provided not to damage them.
Other
To adhere to the company’s Equal Opportunities policy and Dignity at work policy in all activities and to actively promote equality of opportunity wherever possible
To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the company’s’ Health and Safety policy
To adhere to the company’s Quality policy and Environmental policy
To undertake other duties as may be reasonably required
KEY SKILLS
Essential
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work unsupervised.
Good attention to detail
Desirable
Experience of working within a manufacturing environment.
Experience in carrying out quality checks.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Internal
Production Team
Group Operations Team
Reporting to the Shift Supervisor
COMPETENCIES
Action Oriented
Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Collaborates
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Values Differences
Recognising the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organisation.
Instills Trust
Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness
Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Nimble Learning
Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
The closing date for applications is: Monday 20 August 2026
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all.
Early Closure Statement
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage early submission.
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Employment type
Full Time | Permanent

Work arrangement
No