Production Operative (Day Shift) - Grade 1
Production Operative (Day Shift) - Grade 1
🎉 We're Hiring: Production Operative Grade 1 (Day Shift)
Location: Toome
Hours: 40hrs per week (Monday to Thursday 6.00am - 4.00pm)
Reports to: Maintenance and Masa Supervisor
Why You'll Love It Here:
❤️ £12.71 per hour
❤️Overtime paid at time and a half after 40hrs
❤️ 4-day work week, enjoying a 3 DAY WEEKEND!
❤️ Enhanced annual leave entitlement , increasing with length of service
❤️ Holiday Purchase Scheme
❤️ Health Care Plan
❤️ Company Pension Scheme
❤️ Life assurance at twice your annual salary
❤️ Birthday Half-Day Off – a small way we celebrate you
❤️ Perks Card - Giving you discount of 1000's of local outlets.
❤️ and so much more!
🔧What you'll be doing:
✅ Inspect paving products for cracks, chips, and colour consistency
✅ Strap and wrap bales securely for safe storage and transport
✅ Keep production areas clean and equipment maintained daily
✅ Operate machinery on the FC and grinding lines
✅ Drive forklifts (with a valid license)
✅ Follow health & safety protocols and suggest improvements
What You'll Bring:
✨ Experience working with production machinery
✨ A keen eye for detail and quality
✨ A strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
✨ A team-player attitude and solid work ethic
👷 Why AG:
At AG, we're building more than products - we're building people. We trust our team with real autonomy, support their growth, and champion work-life balance because we know their best work comes from being their best selves. Respect, fairness and a commitment to well-being is how we operate. We genuinely care about each other, about our customers, and about making a positive impact in the communities we're part of. We're proud of our heritage - generations of knowledge, know-how, and human energy combined. And we're genuinely excited about building the future together. Our people's work has purpose. Their potential is valued. We are AG.
⁉️ Got a Question?:
If you would like to speak to a member of the HR team, contact Laura to find out more. You can contact Laura on:
Message/ WhatsApp: 07823 397121
Email: laura.ferris@ag.uk.com
About this role
KEY RESONSIBILITIES
The following list constitutes the key tasks and duties of your post upon which your job performance will be assessed. Tasks are not in any order; therefore, the sequence which they appear should not be interpreted as indicating priority or relative importance.
Inspect brick and paving products on the production line for defects like cracks, chips, or colour inconsistencies. Follow company procedures to document and report any issues promptly.
Securely strap and wrap bales of brick and paving products to ensure stability during storage and transportation, following safety guidelines and quality standards to prevent damage or movement of goods.
Daily cleaning and maintenance.
Perform thorough daily cleaning and housekeeping of production areas, including sweeping floors, removing debris, and ensuring equipment and workspaces are tidy and free from hazards.
Clean mixers and machines daily by removing raw materials, clearing dust and debris, and wiping surfaces to maintain equipment functionality and quality standards. Inspect components and follow all safety procedures during the cleaning process.
Operate forklifts as required, provided the appropriate license is held.
Operate the KBH machine according to company procedures, ensuring efficient and safe production of brick and paving products. Monitor machine performance and promptly report any mechanical issues or irregularities to the Team Leader or Supervisor.
Ensure that workplace cleanliness is maintained and adhere strictly to all health and safety protocols. Take personal responsibility for your own well-being and promptly report any concerns as required by company policy.
Proactively seek and suggest ideas for improvement—whether related to health and safety, business processes, or cost-saving measures—and report them as a ‘Good Catch’.
Any other duties as required by management that are within your capability.
The above list is not exhaustive but provides a broad range of key duties and responsibilities of the post.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Be willing to undertake training and work flexibly as needed
- Exhibit good communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude towards suggesting improvements.
- Follow instructions and always adhere to health and safety protocols
- Show willingness to learn new tasks and operate machinery with guidance
- Pay close attention to detail when inspecting products, maintaining cleanliness, and following company procedures
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
Desired criteria
- A current Forklift License
