Production Operative in Sittingbourne

Salary: Starting at £32,739 + Benefits

Shifts: 12 hours Days/Nights rotating with only 1 Saturday morning every 3 weeks and 4 consecutive days off every 2 out of 3 weeks.

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.

We are recruiting for a Production Operative ideally with a background in Manufacturing Production Plant to join our award-winning company at our Sittingbourne site. The position is based on a three-shift system, 12 hour days and nights covering an average of 42 hour week including one Saturday morning every 3 weeks. Internally, this role is known as Operations Team Member.

We’ll have the best range of technology, systems and processes to make the finest landscaping products in the UK. All we need now is you! If you’re looking to start a career in manufacturing or have previous experience and want to join our thriving company, we’d like to hear from you.

Shift Pattern: 2 Days on, 1 day off, 2 nights on, 4 days off, 3 days on, 1 half-day (Saturday Morning), 1 day off, 3 nights on, 4 days off.

You will work as part of a team to manufacture high-quality concrete products using operational techniques whilst ensuring you deliver to site standards for safety, quality, waste, and OEE targets. You’ll predominantly work within the Concrete Block Paving department, operating press machinery, hand-powered tools and mobile plant such as Forklift trucks to move stock around the site.

You’ll learn all about manufacturing techniques, processes, safety, quality waste and OEE too. As part of this learning journey, you’ll gain experience, and year on year, you’ll develop skills and increase your pay.

You’ll need to be a good communicator so you can provide accurate information at handovers and liaise with our maintenance team and team managers. Don’t worry if you’ve not worked in our industry before, we can teach you everything there is to know about Manufacturing. All we ask is that you have a positive ‘can do’ outlook and a willingness to learn!

What are the mission-critical skills?

• Experience of operating in a medium/large manufacturing operation with relevant safety systems, quality standards, housekeeping standards etc. is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) would be an advantage.
• Forklift truck license and experience would be advantageous.
• Good group working spirit.
• Flexibility on shift rotation or night shift experience will be required.
• Computer user - basic knowledge required.
• Safe to Supervise or IOSH qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

What’s in it for you?

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. This is a great opportunity to take the next step toward progressing in your career and joining our industry-leading company! New ideas are encouraged, and you will be rewarded with the opportunity to learn and grow, achieving your career aspiration!

Benefits include:

• 34 days per annum or the equivalent in hours (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Development and training opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.
• Health care cash plan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee discount on products.
• Life assurance.
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay and leave.
• 5% company-matched pension scheme.

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, we are recognised as leaders 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!