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.