The Best Connection
General Operative
General Operative at The Best Connection, based in Lockerbie, South-West Scotland, paying £14.50 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £14.50 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Lockerbie, South-West Scotland
- Closing date
- Sector
- Labourer
22% below the typical rate for labourer
Reference jobs/general-operative__jn-062026-22292
About the role
General Operative
Job ref. JN -[phone removed]
Temporary
£12.71 - £19.06 per hour
Lockerbie
Apply nowContract: Full time
Higher pay rate is achieved by: By working more than 39 hours per week
Weekly hours: 40
We're currently recruiting for Production Operatives to join a busy and fast-paced production environment in the Lockerbie area.
Job Role: Production Operative
Location: Lockerbie, South-West Scotland
Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Induction: Completed on site
Shift Pattern
- 06:00 - 14:30
- 16:00 - 00:30
This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll be working as part of a team to keep operations running smoothly, contributing to a high-volume manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities
- Working on production lines to support output targets
- Operating machinery safely and efficiently (full training provided)
- Handling materials and products in a physically active role
- Maintaining high standards of quality and housekeeping
- Supporting the wider team to meet daily production goals
- Due to the location, you will need to drive for this role
What We're Looking For
- A strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical environment
- Good attention to detail
- A team player with a positive attitude
- Previous manufacturing or production experience is beneficial but not essential
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for consistent, full-time work in a supportive and energetic environment.
Why you'll love working with us:
At The Best Connection, we believe in rewarding our temporary workforce. That's why you'll get FREE access to Perks at Work, an exclusive discount platform with unbeatable savings on travel, electronics, home appliances, cinema tickets, and more. Whether you're planning a holiday, upgrading your tech, or treating yourself, you'll save big. You can even suggest new retailers and access a community learning academy, just one of the many ways we support you.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
CarlisleLockerbie, Dumfries & Galloway
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Reference: jobs/general-operative__jn-062026-22292 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 29 Nov 2026 · Listed via The Best Connection
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