Production Operative

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Mixing Operative - £14.50 per hour - Start ASAP

Location: WarmleyHours: 39.5 hours per weekContract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £14.50 per hour (Approx. £30,000 per year)Requirement: Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence

About the Role

We're recruiting for an experienced Mixing Operative to join a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on position supporting the blending and production of materials to strict quality standards. You'll be working independently once trained, managing blending times, meeting customer deadlines, and playing a key part in maintaining smooth operational workflow.

You'll be handling a variety of materials-including dyes, pigment slurries, acids/bases, and bulk industrial products-while using appropriate PPE and heavy machinery. Accuracy, reliability, and safety awareness are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently produce high-quality blends by following in-house Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Prepare and sample materials for testing in an on-site QC laboratory
• Work with bulk volumes, including IBCs and blends up to 10,000L
• Operate heavy machinery safely and maintain a tidy, compliant workspace
• Manage workload to meet strict production timelines

Skills & Experience Required

• Counterbalance Forklift Licence (essential)
• Pivot steer licence (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong understanding of PPE, safety protocols, and SOPs
• Experience with heavy machinery and handling chemicals
• Ability to work independently and within a team when required
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility to support other warehouse duties
• Excellent time management

Working Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00 (occasionally 16:30 finishes)
• Friday: Standard daytime hours
• Mid-morning tea break
• Standard lunch break

Pay & Benefits

• £14.50 per hour / approx. £30,000 annually
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 days after 3 years)
• 4% company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Welfare support package

Location & Travel

• Based in Warmley, accessible via car, bus, or walking
• Applicants can travel by any method - reliability is essential