Randstad CPE

Production Operator

Caerphilly CF83 3GL

Key information

Pay
£13.17 to £16.74 an hour
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
26 Oct 2026
Closing date
2 Nov 2026

About this role

Build your career with one of the biggest names in British manufacturing.

Do you have experience within a Heavy Industry, Construction or Manufacturing environment?

Are you based in or around Caerphilly?

Catnic manufactures and supplies a range of steel based products into the House Building and Construction Sector, including their reputable Lintels range. The opportunity for a Production Operator on an initially temporary basis is available.

Role

Production Operator (Nights)

Location

Pontypandy Industrial Estate, Caerphilly CF83 3GL

Rate

Grade E

£13.17ph (days), £16.74ph (nights) and overtime £19.76-£26.34ph

Contract length

6 months initially, with the view to extend further or offer a permanent position

Shift Patterns

Days 07:00-16:00 Mon-Fri and Nights Mon-Wed 20:30-07:00 and Thu 18:30 -04:30 (39.5 hours per week)

Opportunity for overtime is also available and successful applicants should be open to this if needed

Initial training will be X2 weeks of day shifts, Mon-Fri.

Start

ASAP but pending the successful result of a medical assessment, which does include a Drug and Alcohol test. (This will require self arranged travel to Llanwern or Port Talbot)

Responsibilities

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Working independently and as part of a team to produce steel lintels and metal profile products for the construction industry

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Manufacturing product according to robust requirements at all times

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Recording, labelling and storing Catnic product against company guidelines at all times

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Operating heavy machine including but not limited to; brake press, powder coaters

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Ensuring a high quality finish on all products and conducting quality checks accordingly

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Carrying out touch up powder coating as required

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Adhering to the plants procedures and PPE instructions at all times

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Undertake safe operation of equipment and machines within the Engineering Shop, including basic maintenance

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Working within COSHH regulations

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Adhering to UK Health and Safety legislation at all times

Essential requirements

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Previous experience within a Heavy Industry, Construction, Production and/or Manufacturing environment (2+ years)

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Previous experience with operating and setting machinery (advantage)

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Enthusiasm towards continuous improvement and continued personal development

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Strong written and verbal communication skills

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Ability to adhere to the shift patterns mentioned above

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Flexibility towards overtime

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Ability to be standing for long period of time and conduct regular manual handling in excess of 10kg

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Strong knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation

Benefits

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Paid holiday - 35 days per annum (including Bank Holidays)

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3 day weekends for night shift staff

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Reputable Forklift Counterbalance, Overhead Crane training and licences provided

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Additional training available as you progress within the role

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Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

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Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

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Opportunity for progression into permanent roles/ long term temporary assignment

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a member of the team will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, Medical check, Drug and Alcohol test and reference check.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.