Production Operator FTC 12 Months

About the role

The Production Operator plays a key role in operating machinery and equipment within our manufacturing facility to ensure the efficient safe and high-quality production of our materials. This role supports daily operational goals maintains safety and quality standards and contributes to continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

This position is an full-time on-site role based at our Cramlington facility.

• Safely set up operate and monitor manufacturing machinery and production lines in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Conduct regular quality checks on raw materials and finished products to ensure adherence to company standards.
• Perform routine maintenance troubleshooting and cleaning of equipment to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation.
• Maintain accurate production records logs and material tracking within internal inventory and reporting systems.
• Adhere strictly to all site Environment Health and Safety (EHS) guidelines and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing production or warehouse environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health safety and operational standards.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with machinery operation and manual material handling.

Skills you need to succeed:

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong attention to detail with basic technical and problem-solving abilities.

Additional Information :

What we offer

• Plus 25% shift allowance 
• Attractive salary package / Bonus opportunity (3%)
• 25 days annual leave plus usual bank holidays (pro rated to your shift pattern)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health benefit cash plan
• Pension with up to 10% Employer contributions
• Life assurance 4 x basic salary
• Employee Assistance scheme including life & legal advice.
• Free on site Parking
• Subsidised Hot/cold food Canteen
• Structured learning and development / Mentoring program
• International environment
• Events such as Pride International Womens Day Earth Day etc.
• A growing and welcoming team with a good spirit!

To help us process your application quickly please upload your CV in either PDF or Word format. We also kindly ask that you submit your resume in the same language as this job posting.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries and approximately 35000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future we strive to provide an open collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what its like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at .

At Avery Dennison we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG apparel automotive and pharma industries. Our Cramlington location founded in 1969 is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Materials Group - EMENA division and employs approximately 230 talented individuals. Key functions at this site include Manufacturing and Operations Quality Enterprise Lean Sigma Maintenance Research and Development HR Finance Marketing Customer...

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability please contact us to request an accommodation at In the EMEA region we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate Unite and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range and in some circumstances may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to a candidates relevant skills experience education and training and location as well as the job scope and complexity responsibilities and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time