Production Operator

1 week ago

Newtownabbey Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Brett Martin Ltd Full time £33,878 - £34,310 per year

Job Description
Location:
Brett Martin Ltd, 24 Roughfort Road

Brett Martin is a firmly established global business, manufacturing an ever-growing range of plastic and building products. Due to continuous growth and investment, we are seeking to recruit a number of new Production Operators to join us in January 2026. You will have the opportunity to join an exciting and innovative workplace, working with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment.

As a Production Operator at Brett Martin, you will work:

  • 12-hour shifts rotating days and nights, including weekends
  • 40.25 or 46 hours per week, depending on shift pattern
  • 7 or 8 out of every 14 days / nights, depending on shift pattern
  • £ £ £16.18 per hour inclusive of shift premium
  • Salary up to £ 34,310.99 inclusive of shift premium

About The Role
Main purpose:
To carry out required duties on production lines including ancillary machinery and to ensure that finished products are of the required standard.

Main tasks and duties

  • Quality control and inspection of finished products;
  • Packaging of finished products ensuring they meet required quality standards;
  • Assisting with machinery as required;
  • Ability to work with warm water (personal protective equipment supplied if required);
  • Maintain work area to required standard;
  • Deal with non-conforming materials, processes and products in accordance with Company procedures;
  • Participate in training and improvement activities and to train others as required;
  • Be willing and capable to learn new and established processes and procedures within given time-scales as required by the Production Manager;
  • Ensure that all output and product output sheets are completed on their shift and that any problems relating to scrap or downtime are clearly documented.

Full job description is available to download from the advert.

Skills Needed
Compliance, Hospitality, People, Labour / Construction, Manufacturing / Production

About The Company
At Brett Martin, you'll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you're looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you'll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career.

Company Culture
Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.

Required Criteria

  • Basic numeracy skills
  • Ability to work in a busy manufacturing environment
  • A good level of English both written and verbal
  • Can work 12 hour shifts, including weekends

Desired Criteria

  • GCSE English and Maths (Or Equivalent)
  • Have a FLT License
  • Basic IT literacy
  • Recent experience working within a manufacturing environment

Closing Date
Friday 9th January, 2026

Contract Type
fulltime

Salary
From £33,878.94 Yearly to £34,310.99 Yearly

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