Blue Arrow
Production Operative
Production Operative at Blue Arrow, based in Derby, East Midlands, paying £12.78 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £12.78 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Derby, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Production Operative
- Temp to perm
18% below the typical rate for production operative
Reference JN -102026-134697_1793092893
About the role
Location: Derby, DE23 (close to the city centre)
Pay & Hours:
- Days: £12.78 per hour
- Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:00pm
Contract: Temporary to permanent opportunities available for the right candidates.
We're recruiting Production Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing business with a long history of producing high-quality products. This is a hands-on role suited to people with previous production or manufacturing experience who are comfortable using tools, machinery and working as part of a team.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Dedicated consultant support
- 24-hour out-of-hours service
- Enhanced pay rate for afternoon shifts
- Blue Arrow app to manage your work schedule
- PPE and uniform provided where required
- Ongoing work with long-term opportunities
Key Duties
- Operating vacuum forming machinery
- Assembling products to specification
- Picking and packing finished goods
- Carrying out quality inspections
- Operating and monitoring production equipment
- Using hand tools safely and effectively
- Maintaining a clean and safe work area
- Supporting the production process from start to finish
This is a physically active role that involves standing for long periods and carrying out manual handling duties.
What We're Looking For
- At least 3 years' experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- Confident using hand tools and machinery
- Ability to read and follow technical drawings
- Good English and numeracy skills
- Reliable with a strong work ethic
- Good attention to detail
- Able to work well as part of a team
- Flexible and willing to learn different areas of the operation
- Comfortable with manual handling tasks
Full training will be provided, but previous manufacturing experience is essential.
Why Apply?
- Convenient Derby location
- Competitive rates of pay
- Ongoing, long-term work
- Potential for a permanent contract
- Opportunity to work for an established and recognised manufacturer
To apply, please submit your application online. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to take telephone enquiries about this role. If your experience matches our requirements, a consultant will be in touch.
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Reference: JN -102026-134697_1793092893 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 26 Nov 2026 · Listed via Blue Arrow
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