Essential Recruitment

Production Operatives

Derby DE5 8LE

Key information

Pay
Salary not listed
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
16 Jul 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

About this role

Production Operatives | Denby – Immediate Start

We are recruiting Production Operatives for immediate start in Denby. This is a hands-on, versatile role, suitable for candidates who are detail-focused, enjoy working with machinery, or are happy with physical work.

Some roles are ideal for those with excellent attention to detail (e.g., Wax Finishers), while others are more suited for operating machinery and performing physically active tasks (e.g., Injection Operatives).

Shifts & Pay

Evening Finisher Shift

Monday – Thursday, 3:15pm – 1:30am – £13.72 per hour

Weekend Finisher Shift

Friday – Sunday, 5:45am – 6:00pm – £14.13 per hour

Day Finisher Shift

Monday – Thursday, 4:45am – 3:00pm – £12.72 per hour

Injection Operative Shift

Monday – Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm – £12.72 per hour before 3pm, £13.22 per hour after 3pm

Key Responsibilities

Detail-Focused Roles (Finisher)

Using small tools for precise finishing

Trimming components to specification

Inspecting products for quality and accuracy

Performing high-detail, meticulous work

Physical &

Machinery Roles (Injection Operative)

Operating ceramic production machinery

Handling and moving materials/heavy lifting

Assisting with component finishing as required

Benefits

Sit-down role available for comfort (Finisher roles)

Temp-to-Perm opportunity with long-term potential

Immediate start available

3-day weekend for improved work-life balance (Finisher roles)

Convenient location, local to Denby

Requirements

No previous experience required

Strong hand-eye coordination for detail roles

Willingness to work with machinery and perform physical tasks for operative roles

How to Apply

Email your CV to j27@essentialrecruitment.co.uk

Or text the shift you would like to 07747 534561 for a call back

This vacancy is being advertised by Essential Recruitment who are acting as an employment business.