Production Operative in Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: £12.85 per hour
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent, Full-Time
Working Pattern: On-Site
Looking for a hands-on production role with the opportunity to go permanent? Appointments Personnel is recruiting for a Production Operative in Stoke-on-Trent to join a busy manufacturing environment on a temporary to permanent basis. This role involves machinery operation, forklift use and general production duties, and would suit candidates with previous manufacturing or production experience and a valid counterbalance forklift licence.
The Role
As a Production Operative, you'll play an important part in ensuring production runs safely and efficiently. You'll operate machinery, support day-to-day production activities and work alongside colleagues and management to maintain high standards across the workplace, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a range of production machinery to manufacture finished products to a high standard.
- Use a counterbalance forklift truck on a daily basis to support production activities.
- Follow health, safety, environmental and quality procedures at all times.
- Maintain a safe, clean and efficient working environment.
- Work proactively with managers, supervisors and colleagues to support continuous improvement.
- Adapt to changing priorities and assist with different production requirements as needed.
- Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail throughout production activities.
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this Production Operative role, you'll ideally have:
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
- A valid counterbalance forklift licence (essential).
- A strong understanding of health and safety within a busy industrial environment.
- A proactive and flexible approach to work.
- The ability to work well as part of a team and support colleagues when required.
- A reliable and committed attitude with a focus on maintaining high standards.
Salary and Benefits
- £12.85 per hour.
- Temporary to permanent, full-time position.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- Training and support provided.
- Immediate start available for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to develop within a busy manufacturing environment.
Working Hours and Location
- Monday to Thursday, 6am–2pm; Friday, 6am–1pm.
- Full-time, based on-site in Stoke-on-Trent.
How to Apply
If you have previous production experience, hold a valid counterbalance forklift licence, and are looking for a hands-on role in Stoke-on-Trent with the potential to go permanent, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV

