Production Operative

We're Hiring: Production Operative - Grade 1 (Day Shift)

Location: Toome

Hours: Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 4:00pm (4-day work week )

Reports to: Production Supervisor

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 Bring:

• A keen eye for detail and quality
• A proactive approach to safety and efficiency
• A team-player attitude and solid work ethic

Why You'll Love It Here:

• 4-day working week – Enjoy a long weekend every week, with your working hours from Monday to Thursday, 6:00am to 4.00pm
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Additional holiday entitlement linked to length of service
• Health Care Plan
• Life assurance at twice your annual salary
• Birthday Half-Day Off – a small way we celebrate you
• and so much more

About The Role

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect 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 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, main press machine, and doser equipment 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 the FC line by setting up, monitoring, and adjusting machinery to ensure efficient and continuous production. Follow all safety protocols and quality standards, perform routine checks for proper operation, promptly address minor faults, and report any significant issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Gain an understanding of the operation of the grinding line, including setting up the machinery, running production cycles, changing grinding diamonds and stones as needed to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Operate forklifts as required, provided the appropriate license is held.
• 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.

Required Criteria

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Pay close attention to detail when inspecting products, maintaining cleanliness, and following company procedures.
• Show willingness to learn new tasks and operate machinery with guidance
• Follow instructions and always adhere to health and safety protocols
• Exhibit good communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude towards suggesting improvements.
• Be willing to undertake training and work flexibly as needed

Desired Criteria

• Prior work experience
  A current forklift license

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established 65 years ago AG Paving and Building Products Limited is a renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick for the commercial and domestic markets across the UK and Ireland. In Britain our products are sold through Builders Merchants, whilst in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland we sell through our own wholly-owned outlets as well as a number of other carefully chosen retail partners and Builders Merchants.

Company Culture

Since our establishment 65 years ago at AG Paving and Building Products Limited, we have sought to provide opportunities for our team to build careers – rather than just hold down a job.

Our people matter to us. We care about their wellbeing and we want to see them become the very best they can be.

We are delighted that many of our employees have been with us for considerable periods and, as a result of their commitment and our support, many have moved through the ranks to management level and beyond.

Company Benefits

We provide tailored personal development plans and hands-on support from experienced mentors to ensure our team members can flourish in whatever part of the business they are employed.

Within modern day construction there are fantastic opportunities for those with backgrounds in technology, engineering, marketing and sales as well as traditional manufacturing skills.

Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Open office, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Perks Card, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities

Salary

£12.21 per hour