We're Hiring: Production Operative Grade 3 (Day Shift)
Location: Toome
Hours: 40hrs per week (Monday to Thursday 6.00am - 4.00pm)
Reports to: Maintenance and Masa Supervisor
Why You'll Love It Here:
❤️ £14.25 per hour
❤️Overtime paid at time and a half after 40hrs
❤️ 4-day work week, enjoying a 3 DAY WEEKEND!
❤️ Enhanced annual leave entitlement , increasing with length of service
❤️ Holiday Purchase Scheme
❤️ Health Care Plan
❤️ Company Pension Scheme
❤️ Life assurance at twice your annual salary
❤️ Birthday Half-Day Off – a small way we celebrate you
❤️ Perks Card - Giving you discount of 1000's of local outlets.
❤️ and so much more!
What You’ll Be Doing:
✅ Setting up, operating, and maintaining production machinery
✅ Ensuring high-quality output and smooth-running processes
✅ Troubleshooting issues to keep downtime to a minimum
✅ Keeping things clean, safe, and efficient on the shop floor
What You'll Bring:
✨ Experience working with production machinery
✨ A keen eye for detail and quality
✨ A strong commitment to safety, quality and teamwork
✨ A team-player attitude and solid work ethic
Why AG:
At AG, we're building more than products - we're building people. We trust our team with real autonomy, support their growth, and champion work-life balance because we know their best work comes from being their best selves. Respect, fairness and a commitment to well-being is how we operate. We genuinely care about each other, about our customers, and about making a positive impact in the communities we're part of. We're proud of our heritage - generations of knowledge, know-how, and human energy combined. And we're genuinely excited about building the future together. Our people's work has purpose. Their potential is valued. We are AG.
⁉️ Got a Question?:
If you would like to speak to a member of the HR team, contact Laura to find out more. You can contact Laura on:
Message/ WhatsApp: 07823 397121
Email: [email protected]
About The Role
KEY RESONSIBILITIES
The following list constitutes the key tasks and duties of your post upon which your job performance will be assessed. Tasks are not in any order; therefore, the sequence which they appear should not be interpreted as indicating priority or relative importance.
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Gain operational knowledge and be proficient in operation of the wet side area. This includes understanding all relevant systems, controls, and procedures associated with the wet side area to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. Collaborate with team members and supervisors to continuously improve wet side operations and support troubleshooting efforts when required.
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Carry out mould changes on brick and paving production equipment in accordance with company procedures, ensuring all safety protocols are followed and minimising downtime. Accurately set up, secure, and align moulds to guarantee product quality and consistency. Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to resolve any issues during mould changeover, and ensure tools and parts are cleaned and stored properly after each change.
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Address faults as they arise, escalate significant issues to the appropriate personnel, and follow all safety and environmental protocols associated with plant operations.
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Perform regular cleaning of equipment and machinery to maintain optimal performance and prevent build-up of dust, debris, or product residue.
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Operate forklifts as required, provided the appropriate license is held.
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Ensure that workplace cleanliness is maintained and adhere strictly to all health and safety protocols. Take personal responsibility for your own well-being and promptly report any concerns as required by company policy.
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Proactively seek and suggest ideas for improvement—whether related to health and safety, business processes, or cost-saving measures—and report them as a ‘Good Catch’.
- Any other duties as required by management that are within your capability. (You will also be required to perform Grade 1 and 2 tasks, such as quality control, strapping, and wrapping, operation of KBH machine and dry side, whenever needed).
The above list is not exhaustive but provides a broad range of key duties and responsibilities of the post.
Required Criteria
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Be willing to undertake training and work flexibly as needed
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Exhibit good communication skills, reliability, and a proactive attitude towards suggesting improvements
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Follow instructions and always adhere to health and safety protocols
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Possess or gain a thorough understanding of the machinery used, striving to know the intricacies of each machine and operate efficiently to maximise productivity, and minimise waste and downtime
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Show willingness to learn new tasks and operate machinery with guidance
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Pay close attention to detail in all aspects of the role to ensure product excellence first time
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Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
Desired Criteria
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A current forklift license
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Experience in a similar role
Skills Needed
About The Company
Established 65 years ago AG Paving and Building Products Limited is a renowned and respected designer, developer, manufacturer and distributor of best in class walling, paving and facing brick for the commercial and domestic markets across the UK and Ireland. In Britain our products are sold through Builders Merchants, whilst in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland we sell through our own wholly-owned outlets as well as a number of other carefully chosen retail partners and Builders Merchants.
Company Culture
Since our establishment 65 years ago at AG Paving and Building Products Limited, we have sought to provide opportunities for our team to build careers – rather than just hold down a job.
Our people matter to us. We care about their wellbeing and we want to see them become the very best they can be.
We are delighted that many of our employees have been with us for considerable periods and, as a result of their commitment and our support, many have moved through the ranks to management level and beyond.
Company Benefits
We provide tailored personal development plans and hands-on support from experienced mentors to ensure our team members can flourish in whatever part of the business they are employed.
Within modern day construction there are fantastic opportunities for those with backgrounds in technology, engineering, marketing and sales as well as traditional manufacturing skills.
Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Open office, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Perks Card, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities
Salary
Starting from £14.25 per hour
