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About
Ashton Recruitment was established in Belfast in 2004, but our experience in recruitment spans much longer than that. With over 25 years of industry experience, our Managing Director, Karen Ferran, has built long-standing relationships with businesses across Northern Ireland who trust us to help them find the right people.
The Power of Great Communication
Our relationships with clients and candidates are built on simple, honest conversations. Whether it’s checking in with a candidate after they’ve started a new role or being at the end of the phone when you need urgent staffing support, we believe being easy to reach and ready to help makes all the difference. Being approachable, flexible, and open to a conversation is at the heart of how we work.
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General Operative
Our client manufactures high-quality kitchen and bedroom doors. They are looking for a reliable, hardworking General Operative to support production across the factory while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
We're recruiting General Operatives to join a well-established manufacturing company based in Cookstown. This is a fantastic opportunity for motivated individuals who enjoy hands-on work and want to build a long-term career within a supportive production environment.
Location: Cookstown
Job Type: Temporary to Permanent
Hours of work: Monday to Friday 7am to 3:45pm
Pay: £12.71 per hour, increasing to £12.91 per hour after successfully completing the 6-month probation period.
Benefits
- Free on-site parking.
- Health & wellbeing programme.
- Referral programme.
- Full training provided.
Main Duties
- Support operations across multiple production departments.
- Assist with the manufacture, assembly and preparation of finished products.
- Operate woodworking and manufacturing machinery safely (full training provided).
- Prepare materials and assist skilled operatives to meet production targets.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
- Carry out manual handling, lifting, moving and stacking of materials.
- Follow quality procedures and standard operating processes.
- Work as part of the production team to achieve daily and weekly targets.
- Report any hazards and comply with all health and safety procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or operative role is desirable but not essential.
- Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Reliable with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.
- Basic spoken and written English.
Job Features
General Operative Our client manufactures high-quality kitchen and bedroom doors. They are looking for a reliable, hardworking General Operative to support production across the factory while maintain...
We are currently recruiting for a Machine Operator within the Finishing department for our highly reputable client based in Lisburn.
This is a busy environment where attention to detail and confidentiality is key.
Position: Machine Operators - Finishing Department
Location: Lisburn
Duration: Temporary - permanent
Starting Salary: £12.71 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm (30 minute lunch, 15 x 2 breaks) Finishing Dept
Benefits: 25 days holidays + 9 statutory holidays, Company Pension 4% contribution, Sick pay
Duties:
Previous experience with operating similar machinery advantageous
Working within a secure environment
Working to tight customer SLA's / KPI's
Attention to detail and confidentiality
Good communication skills
As a key member of the team you will help to assist in various key production processes during the finishing stages and will also help ensure;
The quality of the product is of a high standard
Health & Safety standards are adhered to
All administration / record keeping is accurate
Equipment is maintained and Good house keeping
Essential Criteria:
A keen eye and attention to detail and confidentiality
Good communication skills
Desirable Criteria:
Previous experience in a similar role, although full training will be provided.
Ashton Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business
Job Features
We are currently recruiting for a Machine Operator within the Finishing department for our highly reputable client based in Lisburn. This is a busy environment where attention to detail and confidenti...
We’re a member of the Association of Labour Providers, which means we’re committed to the highest standards of recruitment professionalism and ethics.
Ashton Recruitment is the trading name of Ashton Recruitment Ltd. Register in NI with registration number NI061824. VAT No. 844102459 Registered office, 25 Howard Street, Belfast, BT1 6NB
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Working closely with businesses across Northern Ireland to understand their hiring needs and connect them with the right people.
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