Factory Operative Essential Skills

A Factory Operative operates machinery and equipment to assist in production. They ensure that products are produced to a high standard. A Factory Operative might work alongside other manufacturing team members, such as Warehouse Operatives or Forklift Drivers, to ensure projects are completed to a high standard. They may also be referred to as Production Operatives or Production Workers

Factory Operative

Job Description & Responsibilities

The Factory Operative will operate machinery and equipment to assemble products and perform tasks. The primary duties of a Factory Operative include things like the following:

Operating a maintaining factory machinery and equipment
Assembling products using hand tools and equipment
Inspecting & testing products
Collaborating with other team members to meet performance objectives
You might be expected to move around and learn different lines

The role might include more hours during busy periods like Christmas.

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Factory Operative F&Q's

What Skills & Experience Do I Need?

This role doesn’t require you to have any specific skills but a keen eye for detail and good concentration skills will help perform the job effectively. This type of role will also require you to work as part of a bigger team to complete projects.

Temporary or Permanent Roles Available

Factory Operative roles can be full-time or temporary depending on if there is enough work. Full-time roles could require you to work up to 40 hours a week.

What's the Average Salary?

The average salary for a Factory Operative is between £10.42-£11.50ph, although the figure can fluctuate depending on location and experience.

Factory Operatives are needed by companies up and down the country and are constantly in demand.