Production Operative
Cogent Staffing · Reading, South East
Production Operative at Cogent Staffing, based in Reading, South East. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Closes
- 21 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Production Operative
Reference https://cogentstaffing.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=16541
About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing company on a temporary to permanent basis.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hard-working and reliable candidate who is looking for long-term work, with the potential to progress within the factory. For the right person, this role could become permanent, with opportunities to move into machine operation and possibly shift work in the future.
Shift/salary & benefits:
- £12.71 per hour
- Monday to Friday day shifts 08:00-16:00
- Temporary to permanent opportunity
- Potential career progression within the factory
- Opportunity to train on machines in the future
- Supportive team environment
The role:
- Packing printed paper products accurately and efficiently
- Working on packing tables throughout the day
- Preparing leaflets, flyers, point-of-sale and advertising materials for dispatch
- Quality checking products to ensure high standards are maintained
- Keeping the work area clean, tidy and safe
- Working as part of a team to meet production targets
- Following instructions from supervisors and team leaders
- Supporting other areas of the factory when required
The candidate:
- Be able to work Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
- Be flexible to work extra hours during the week and weekends when required
- Have good English reading, writing and communication skills
- Have previous packing or production experience
- Be comfortable working on packing tables for the full shift
- Be a good team player
- Be hard-working, reliable and conscientious
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.
We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.
Reference: https://cogentstaffing.co.uk/?post_type=job_listing&p=16541 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 21 Sep 2026 · Listed via Cogent Staffing
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