Machine Operative- Night Shift

Nightshift Manufacturing Operative Location: Desborough, Northamptonshire Shift Pattern: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Monday Night to Saturday Morning Pay Rate: £14.66 per hour We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Nightshift…

Pay rate £14.66/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 20 October 2026

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Nightshift Manufacturing Operative

Location: Desborough, Northamptonshire
Shift Pattern: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Monday Night to Saturday Morning
Pay Rate: £14.66 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Nightshift Manufacturing Operative to join our client's production team in Desborough. This is a critical role focused on ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of manufactured products within a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery and equipment in line with standard operating procedures.

Feed materials into machines and monitor production processes to achieve daily output targets.

Carry out regular quality inspections to identify and report defects, ensuring products meet required standards.

Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment at all times.

Follow all Health & Safety procedures and wear the appropriate PPE.

Report machinery faults, breakdowns, or operational issues to the Shift Supervisor promptly.

Complete production records, quality documentation, and shift handover information accurately.

Essential Skills & Experience
Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, machine operating, or machine minding environment is highly desirable.

Ability to work a fixed night shift pattern consistently.

Strong work ethic with excellent reliability and punctuality.

Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods and undertake manual handling duties.

Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.

Recruitment & Compliance
All successful candidates will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test during the induction process as a condition of employment.

Benefits
Competitive hourly rate of £14.66 per hour

Permanent night shift pattern

Immediate starts available

Ongoing work with the potential for long-term opportunities

Supportive team environment

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