Production Operative - Bay K

Build your career with a world-leading manufacturer while enjoying every Friday off!

Join Randstad as a Production Operative at the renowned Caterpillar Larne facility. We are seeking motivated individuals to step into exciting temporary - ongoing roles where you can grow your mechanical skills, work alongside a high-performing team, and earn industry-leading pay rates.

Why Join Us? At Caterpillar Larne, you will be part of a global giant in power generation. Working through Randstad, you get the best of both worlds: a structured 4-day workweek, robust shift premiums, top-tier safety standards, and dedicated support to help you excel in a modern, lean manufacturing environment.

Job Title: Production Operative

Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing

Pay Rates Day Shift: £14.27/hr

Night Shift: £19.03/hr

Overtime Rate 1 (First 10 hours): £21.41/hr

Overtime Rate 2 (After 10 hours): £28.54/hr

Shift Patterns:

Hours per week: 37.5 hours (Monday to Thursday)

Day Shift:

Monday: 07:00 - 17:15

Tuesday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:45

Night Shift:

Monday: 21:00 - 07:15

Tuesday - Thursday: 21:00 - 06:45

(Note: Shift times may vary slightly depending on your specific work area within the facility).

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanically prepare substrates to required standards using power tools.
• Clean, fettle, stripe coat, cut in, mask out, and prepare surfaces per specification.
• Assemble sub-assemblies, options, and major components for generator sets using engineering prints and standard work instructions.
• Move flexibly across key operational areas, including the machine shop, fettle/paint, paintline, and assembly stations.
• Uphold strict compliance with safety, quality, 5S initiatives, and Caterpillar's Values in Action.
• Support team growth by training peers when required and completing other operational duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong ability to follow and comprehend detailed written and verbal work instructions, procedures, and basic arithmetic.
• Flexibility to work reasonable amounts of overtime and various shift patterns.
• Excellent communication skills and a proven ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Hands-on experience using hand/power tools and the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Background in mechanical assembly, lean manufacturing, or working to fixed takt times.
• A reasonable level of computer literacy for basic digital tracking and reporting.

Benefits & Perks

• Full uniform and comprehensive PPE provided
• Generous paid holiday entitlement
• Thorough paid induction and continuous professional training
• Free on-site car parking and subsidized canteen facilities
• Auto-enrollment pension scheme
• Exclusive access to the Randstad Benefits App (discounts, perks, and wellness tools)

Ready to Secure Your Spot? Don't delay-interviews are taking place immediately and positions fill fast! Click Apply Now to submit your application and take the next step in your manufacturing career today.