Operations Team Member
Blencowe (Penrith)
Days (Monday to Friday - 42 hrs)
Salary up to £32,707 per annum depending on experience
Our vision is to Create Better Places and Futures for Everyone; Socially, Environmentally and Economically. For us, these aren’t words on paper. This is our powerful and purposeful statement that guides our actions and ignites a passion in every one of us. We’ve been paving the way since 1890. Our passion for our products and customers has made us a Superbrand that is synonymous with quality; supplying prestigious landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, while also caring for the environment and communities in which we operate.
Marshalls Bricks and Masonry brings over 100 years expertise in designing, manufacturing, and delivering high quality bricks and masonry products. Did you know we’re a specialist in low carbon concrete bricks? We are part of the Marshalls PLC, the UK’s leading hard landscaping, building and roofing products supplier and has supplied some of the most prestigious landmarks in the UK since the 1890s. We’re the benchmark for excellence and have been recognised as a Superbrand since 2010.
Manufacturing is at the heart of our operation, it's where we fulfil the customer promise and produce our high-quality Engineering-grade bricks! It’s within our Manufacturing team at Blencowe that we’re recruiting for a Operations Team Member.
So, what's the mission?
We're looking for a hands-on Production Operative to join our small, close-knit manufacturing team producing high-quality products for our Bricks and Masonry business unit. This is a days-only role with no night shifts, offering the potential opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career within a growing business.
Working as part of a team of five, you'll play an important role in ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. We're looking for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in a job well done, and is willing to get stuck in wherever needed.
This is a hands on role where you'll be involved in all aspects of the production process. You'll operate machinery and equipment, carry out manual handling tasks, complete quality checks, and help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment. As part of a small team, reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude are essential, with opportunities to learn new skills and develop.
What Are the Mission-Critical Skills?
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Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, construction, or similar hands-on environment
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Comfortable carrying out physical and labour-intensive work
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Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
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Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
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Reliable, dependable, and willing to take ownership of tasks
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Good attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately
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Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach
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Good communication and organisational skills
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Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- FLT licence, machinery operation experience, or Lean Manufacturing knowledge (desirable)
What's In It For You?
The role offers plenty of variety, hands-on responsibility, and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact site performance. You'll also benefit from a supportive working environment built on teamwork, mutual respect, and a strong safety-first culture that places employee wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
Benefits
We don't just build paths; we pave the way for personal and professional growth. Join us, and let's create a future where your skills and ambitions can flourish. Benefits include;
- Development opportunities
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34 days per annum or the equivalent in hours (inclusive of bank holidays
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Health care cash plan – support with Dental, Optical, Prescription costs and many more!
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Family leave policies (Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption) available from your very first day of employment
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5% employer matched pension scheme
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee discount on Marshalls and Marley products
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Retailer discounts
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Marshalls Wellbeing Centre – move, money & mind
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Share purchase scheme
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Life assurance
More about Marshalls
Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products.
Marshalls Landscape Products stands out as the leading UK manufacturer of high-quality natural stone and innovative concrete hard landscaping products. We cater to the construction, home improvement, and landscape markets, offering superior solutions.
Marshalls Building Products serves as a reliable supplier of concrete drainage products, concrete bricks, ready-to-use mortars, and aggregates.
Marley Roofing Products is recognised as a leader in the manufacturing and supply of pitched roofing systems. Our product range includes clay and concrete tiles, timber battens, roof-integrated solar solutions, and various roofing accessories.
Although divisional, we work as one Marshalls team. We're particularly proud to have paved every location on the Monopoly Board! To find out more about Marshalls please visit our website: www.marshalls.co.uk
Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you’ll find a fair and supportive workplace. You’re unique and we want you to bring every part of who you are to work, every day.
We’re committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral, or ethical necessity – it’s the right thing to do! We want our team to reflect the diverse nature of society and the communities we serve.
Marshalls is a workplace where you’re valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself!
No Agencies, thank you!
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