Manufacturing Operative - Kitting

Benjamin Moore & Co; Prudhoe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Benjamin Moore is seeking a Manufacturing Operative - Kitting at our Northumberland site. This role involves assembling product kits, handling materials up to 25kg, and supporting production in a busy environment.

You will follow BOMs, maintain inventory, and uphold strict health and safety standards while working with a team to meet production schedules. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of 1 year's manufacturing experience.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• FLT (Fork Lift Truck) experience or certification. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for gathering, preparing, packaging, labeling, and issuing all the components, materials and documentation required for our paint manufacturing process.
• Follow detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) to assemble complete product kits, ensuring customers receive all components required to use our products safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for kitting components, intermediates, and packaging materials.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure production schedules and customer requirements are met.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and organisation within the work area.
• Support general production and warehouse activities as required.
• Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Act as a positive ambassador for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across the site.
• Work overtime and occasional weekends when required to support business demands during peak periods.
• Carry out quality control testing to ensure products meet specifications.
• Assisting management with product quality investigations and resolution of quality-related issues.
• Conducting paint approval and sign-off activities using a range of testing methods.

Skills

Health and safety

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliable

Hardworking

Willing to learn

Physical stamina

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

Fork Lift Truck

Job description

Overview

Benjamin Moore is proud to be a part of Berkshire Hathaway, which was recognized by Fortune magazine as the world's third most admired company. And for nearly 140 years, we’ve been a respected leader in the architectural coatings and home décor landscape; creating the products and tools that enrich and beautify thousands of communities each day. Benjamin Moore recognizes that our associates are the driving force behind our success, and we strive to provide a work environment where hard work, creativity, and purposeful collaboration are fostered and encouraged. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that promotes an inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Join a company where innovation is constantly recognized as we look for individuals who produce world-class products, best-in-class services and customer experiences, design pioneering paints using the latest technologies, and deliver unparalleled value and brand experiences for our customers and retailer network.

Looking for a motivated Manufacturing Operative - Kitting to join our Northumberland site. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic production environment, helping manufacture and deliver high-quality paints and coatings to our customers.

This is a physically demanding role that involves regular manual handling, including lifting materials weighing up to 25kg multiple times throughout the working day.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for gathering, preparing, packaging, labeling, and issuing all the components, materials and documentation required for our paint manufacturing process.
• Follow detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) to assemble complete product kits, ensuring customers receive all components required to use our products safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for kitting components, intermediates, and packaging materials.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure production schedules and customer requirements are met.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and organisation within the work area.
• Support general production and warehouse activities as required.
• Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Act as a positive ambassador for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across the site.
• Work overtime and occasional weekends when required to support business demands during peak periods.
• Carry out quality control testing to ensure products meet specifications.
• Assisting management with product quality investigations and resolution of quality-related issues.
• Conducting paint approval and sign-off activities using a range of testing methods.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 1 year's manufacturing experience.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Good attention to detail and a focus on quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• FLT (Fork Lift Truck) experience or certification. (Preferred)