Production Operator
Location: Burnley, Lancashire
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Be More Than a Production Operator. Be Part of Building Something Great.
We're looking for motivated, reliable and hardworking Production Operators to join our growing manufacturing team.
This isn't just about packing products.
It's about being part of a team that takes pride in producing high-quality cosmetics and personal care products for some of the UK's leading brands.
We're building a culture where everyone contributes ideas, supports each other and looks for better ways of working every day.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in doing things properly and want to develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
We are a fast-growing UK manufacturer specialising in cosmetics, personal care and beauty products.
We manufacture and pack products for brands across the UK and internationally, investing heavily in our people, equipment and manufacturing capability.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for people who want to grow with us.
The Role
As a Production Operator, you'll play a key role in manufacturing high-quality products safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
You'll work across our manufacturing operation, including:
- Bulk Manufacturing
- Production
- Packing
- Warehouse (where required)
No two days are exactly the same.
You'll work with different products, machinery and production lines whilst learning new skills and becoming a valued member of our manufacturing team.
What You'll Be DoingManufacturing & Production
- Operate filling, packing and manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assemble, fill, label and pack cosmetic products.
- Complete production orders accurately.
- Prepare production lines before manufacturing begins.
- Carry out product changeovers.
- Monitor product quality throughout production.
- Complete production documentation accurately.
- Ensure finished products meet company standards.
- Support line start-up and shutdown activities.
- Assist with bulk manufacturing where trained.
Quality
Quality is everyone's responsibility.
You'll:
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures.
- Carry out in-process quality checks.
- Identify and report defects immediately.
- Ensure products are manufactured Right First Time.
- Maintain excellent attention to detail.
- Follow GMP and hygiene standards at all times.
Teamwork
We're one manufacturing team.
You'll:
- Work closely with colleagues across Warehouse, Bulk Manufacturing and Production.
- Support colleagues when workloads change.
- Help new team members settle into the business.
- Communicate issues promptly.
- Contribute ideas for improving the way we work.
Continuous Improvement
We believe everyone can improve the business.
We're looking for people who:
- Spot problems before they become bigger issues.
- Suggest better ways of working.
- Help reduce waste.
- Care about productivity.
- Want to learn new skills.
- Take pride in producing quality products.
You won't be expected to simply "do the job."
You'll be encouraged to help improve it.
Housekeeping & Safety
You'll:
- Keep your work area clean, tidy and organised.
- Follow Health & Safety procedures.
- Wear PPE correctly.
- Report hazards immediately.
- Follow safe systems of work.
- Help maintain an organised manufacturing environment.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for people with the right attitude.
Experience is important, but reliability, teamwork and willingness to learn are just as valuable.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Reliable and dependable.
- Positive and hardworking.
- Proud of producing quality work.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Willing to learn new skills.
- Flexible across different production areas.
- Well organised.
- Good at following instructions.
- Someone who notices the small details.
Essential Requirements
- Previous manufacturing, production or warehouse experience is desirable.
- Good level of numeracy and literacy.
- Ability to work safely.
- Good communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work on your feet throughout the shift.
- Flexible approach to work.
Desirable Experience
Experience within any of the following would be advantageous:
- Cosmetics
- Personal Care
- Food Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- FMCG
- Filling Lines
- Packing Lines
- Bulk Manufacturing
- GMP environments
What Success Looks Like
Our best Production Operators:
- Produce high-quality work every day.
- Work safely.
- Support their teammates.
- Learn new skills.
- Take ownership of their work.
- Care about quality.
- Suggest improvements.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Want to progress their careers.
Career Development
We're committed to developing our people.
As you gain experience, you'll have opportunities to develop into roles such as:
- Senior Production Operator
- Line Leader
- Team Leader
- Bulk Manufacturing Operator
- Warehouse Team Leader
- Production Supervisor
We believe in promoting from within wherever possible.
Why Join Us?
At our business, you're more than just an employee.
You're part of a team that's building one of the UK's leading cosmetics manufacturing businesses.
We invest in our people, encourage new ideas and recognise those who consistently deliver great work.
If you want to work somewhere you'll be valued, developed and challenged, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Company pension.
- Additional annual leave.
- Sick pay.
- Full training provided.
- Ongoing development opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Supportive team environment.
- Stable, permanent employment.
- Modern manufacturing facility.
We're looking for people who don't just turn up—they take ownership, care about quality and want to help make the business better.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
