Warehouse Production Operative

  • Thorn Baker Industrial
  • Dronfield, Derbyshire
  • Jul 07, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Production Operative Dronfield
£12.71 per hour Monday to Friday Long-Term Opportunity

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment is recruiting for a Production Operative on behalf of a well-established manufacturing company in Dronfield.

This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with previous production or manufacturing experience who are comfortable with heavy lifting, manual handling, and working in a dusty manufacturing environment. This is a long-term opportunity with progression available for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Production Operative, your duties will include:

  • Producing and packing home brewing kits, including wine, beer and cider kits

  • Measuring and mixing ingredients such as malt extracts, flavourings and yeast

  • Operating production machinery and equipment

  • Working on a fast-paced production line

  • Carrying out quality checks on finished products

  • Packing products ready for dispatch

  • Heavy lifting and manual handling throughout the shift

  • Loading and unloading materials when required

  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety

What We're Looking For
  • Previous experience as a Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Factory Operative, or similar (essential)

  • Comfortable with heavy lifting and repetitive manual handling

  • Able to work in a dusty manufacturing environment

  • Reliable, hard-working, and able to work well as part of a team

  • Good attention to detail and the ability to follow production processes

Hours & Pay
  • £12.71 per hour

  • Monday to Thursday: 08 30

  • Friday: 07 30

  • Ongoing, long-term opportunity

If you're an experienced Production Operative looking for a long-term manufacturing role in Dronfield, click Apply Now and a member of the Thorn Baker team will be in touch.

Reference: CHE01