Production Operative

Production Operative
Beenham, RG7 5PU
£34,170 + Benefits
Working 45 hours per week, Monday to Saturday,
Shifts (6am to 2pm Mon to Fri + Saturday 6am to 11am) / (2pm to 11pm) rotating weekly

At Marshalls plc, we believe building tomorrow's world starts with what we can create together today. Since the 1890s, we've grown from a Yorkshire stone business into a leading UK manufacturer of building, roofing and landscaping solutions. Built on generations of expertise, we're known for quality, innovation and sustainability, helping our customers bring their vision to life and create places that work today and last for generations. Together, we're building tomorrow's world.

Our operations are organised into three distinct divisions: Landscape Products, Building Products, and Roofing Products, Marley is the UK’s leading roofing manufacturer, pioneering the first fully warranted roof system and a fully integrated solar energy solution. Founded in 1924, we’ve joined forces with Marshalls PLC, the UK’s leading manufacturer of hard landscaping & building products – bringing two strong heritages together!
We're currently recruiting experienced and reliable Production Operatives to join our team at Beenham, near Reading on a permanent basis.
Did you know our Beenham site produces over 900,000 units per week across 4 production lines with a team of 80 colleagues?! As market leaders and innovators in our sector, we are invested in both our evolution and our people, this is a great time to join our thriving company!

So, what's the mission?
You will mainly work within the concrete Tiles department, operating manual and semi-automated machinery, hand-powered tools, and mobile plant such as Forklift trucks to move stock around the site. You'll work as part of a skilled team to manufacture high-quality products using the best technology and techniques but most importantly you’ll put health and safety at the heart of everything you do!

You will be required to provide our site with regular housekeeping such as cleaning, painting and other handyperson jobs.

What are the mission-critical skills?
Experience operating in a small/medium manufacturing operation

• FLT counterbalance licence would be preferred
• Team player with attention to detail
• Good level of English, verbal and written
• IOSH qualification is desirable
• A forward-thinking individual continually looking at improving processes

Why join Marshalls?
Our colleagues have been at the heart of Marshalls for generations and will continue to be the driving force behind our success for generations to come. That's why we're committed to creating opportunities for our people to develop their skills, grow their careers and realise their potential. Visit www.marshalls.co.uk/careers to learn more about us!
Benefits for Marley employees:

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Development and training opportunities
• Company Pension up to 15% (5% Employee, 10% Employer)
• Health care cash plan – support with Dental, Optical, Prescription costs and many more!
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Discount programme
• Employee Assistance programme – Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing support
• Free onsite parking

Equal Opportunities
Whoever you are and whatever your background, you'll find a fair and supportive workplace at Marshalls. You're unique, and we want you to bring your whole self to work every day. We're committed to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. To us, this is more than a legal, moral or ethical responsibility, it's the right thing to do. We want our colleagues to reflect the diverse nature of the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. At Marshalls, you're valued for the contribution you make, and where you can grow and develop by being entirely yourself.

Every great build starts with strong foundations. Start yours here. Applications close on Friday 25th September 2026

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