Production Operative

Production Operative Location: Portsmouth Pay Rate: £13.58 per hour Hours: Monday – Thursday 08:00 – 16:30 | Friday 08:00 – 15:30 (Early Finish) Position Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Agency Contract Are you looking for a stable day-shift role with competitive pay and an early finish on Fridays? We are recruiting a meticulous Production Operative to join a market-leading precision engineering team based in Portsmouth. About the Company The employer is a well-established precision engineering specialist based in Portsmouth, operating with a strong global presence and a long-standing reputation for quality and reliability. Currently undergoing significant investment in modern technology, digital transformation, and state-of-the-art facilities, the organisation combines cutting-edge innovation with a supportive, collaborative workplace culture. It offers a clean, well-organised, and forward-thinking environment where quality and teamwork are genuinely valued. Key Responsibilities Carrying out the detagging of precision-engineered components to set quality standards. Performing part counts and final inspections before booking orders to processing sections. Managing drying operations following established setting sheets and procedures. Conducting thorough 100% inspections on finished piece parts to ensure exact specifications. Assisting with broader shop-floor support, including material replenishment, swarf disposal, and maintaining strict Foreign Object Debris (FOD) standards. What We Are Looking For Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Prior experience handling or inspecting small components. High attention to detail with a quality-first mindset. Ability to strictly follow standard operating procedures. Reliable team player with strong self-initiative. Why Apply? Great working hours with an early 15:30 finish every Friday. Competitive £13.58 per hour pay rate. Work inside a modern, expanding, high-tech manufacturing facility. If you have manufacturing experience and a keen eye for detail, apply today with an up-to-date CV