Production Operative
Location: North Hampshire
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role
We're recruiting for a manufacturing business in North Hampshire looking for a reliable and hardworking Production Operative to join its team.
This is a varied, hands on role involving production, packing, machinery operation and forklift duties. You'll play an important part in ensuring products are prepared to the correct standards while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.
The position would suit someone who enjoys practical work, is comfortable working in a busy manufacturing setting and takes pride in getting the job done properly.
What You'll Be Doing
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Operating production and packaging machinery.
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Packing, sealing and preparing products for storage and dispatch.
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Using a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move materials and finished goods.
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Handling and moving materials, including occasional lifting of bags weighing up to 25kg.
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Completing basic production checks and accurate records.
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Supporting other areas of the manufacturing process when required.
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Keeping machinery, equipment and working areas clean and organised.
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Following health, safety and quality procedures at all times.
What We're Looking For
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Previous experience in manufacturing, production, packing or a similar environment.
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Previous Counterbalance Forklift Truck training is essential. Current, expired or internally issued licences are all accepted, with refresher training provided.
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Comfortable undertaking physical and repetitive work.
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Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
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A reliable, practical and hardworking attitude.
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Good awareness of workplace health and safety.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Working Environment
This is a hands on manufacturing position that requires a good level of physical activity throughout the day.
The role involves working in areas where full protective clothing and respiratory equipment, including a breathing mask, must be worn for extended periods.
You'll also need to be comfortable standing for long periods, handling materials and following strict safety procedures.
Appropriate training and equipment will be provided.
What's on Offer?
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£27,000 starting salary.
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Permanent, full time employment.
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Monday to Friday daytime hours.
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25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Healthcare and wellbeing benefits.
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Free on site parking.
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Training and development opportunities.
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A supportive team environment.
Interested? Apply Today!
If you have previous production or manufacturing experience and have held a Counterbalance Forklift Truck licence, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, upload your CV or contact Charlotte Clamp on (phone number removed).
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one stage, face to face interview and site tour with the production manager.
Successful applicants will then complete the required pre employment checks, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing and references.
Your Recruiters Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Every applicant receives a response, with feedback provided to those interviewed
