Manufacturing Support Operative – Ashford, TN24 0LT

Apleona UK; Ashford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Subsidised canteen

Cycle to Work scheme

Reward Gateway discounts

Access to a virtual GP

Health & wellbeing app

Job summary

Apleona UK is seeking a Manufacturing Support Operative for our Ashford facility. The role ensures materials are replenished, deliveries are unloaded, and the production area remains compliant with GMP and safety standards.

You will operate forklifts, handle waste streams, and support production while maintaining high housekeeping standards. The position requires a full UK driving licence, a counterbalance FLT licence, and physical fitness, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence (essential).
• Counterbalance FLT licence (essential).
• Physical fitness due to manual handling requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to work and shifts.
• Commitment to health & safety and GMP compliance.
• Previous manufacturing or GMP experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Pack material replenishment across site.
• Transport drums, pallets and IBCs between locations.
• Unload deliveries using a forklift truck.
• Manage waste streams and housekeeping in manufacturing/storage areas.
• Operate wash equipment and conduct quality/safety checks.
• Support production operations and maintain safe working practices.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Counterbalance FLT licence

Physical fitness

Independent worker

Team player

Time management

Health & safety

GMP awareness

Job description

The details for the selected vacancy are shown below.

• Advert Title Manufacturing Support Operative – Ashford, TN24 0LT
• Advert Text

  Manufacturing Support Operative

  Location – Ashford, TN24 0LT

  Hours – Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week, as per shift pattern including days & nights:

  2 weeks of earlies 06:00–14:00

  2 weeks of lates 14:00-22:00

  2 weeks of nights 22:00-06:00

  Apleona is a UK provider of integrated facilities management. With a client base that extends across 520 UK operational sites, we employ over 1500 talented people to deliver service solutions that work for our clients. Our culture is fast paced, challenging and above all, friendly and we are looking for you to join us!

  We're currently looking to recruit a Manufacturing Support Operative (MSO) to provide a safe and efficient support service to our client's manufacturing facility. You will play a key role in ensuring production areas remain supplied, organised and compliant with safety and GMP standards.

  In this role, you will be responsible for packaging material replenishment, transporting drums, pallets and IBCs across site, unloading deliveries using a forklift truck, managing waste streams, operating wash equipment, conducting quality and safety checks, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout manufacturing and storage areas. You will also support production operations while ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times.

  As an Apleona Manufacturing Support Operative, we're looking for:

  • Full UK manual driving licence (essential)
  • Counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
  • Physical fitness due to manual handling requirements
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines
  • Good time management and attention to detail
  • Flexible approach to work and shift patterns
  • Commitment to health & safety and GMP compliance
  • Previous manufacturing or GMP experience (desirable)

  You will be paid a salary of £28, 647 and we'll provide you with full training and ongoing support to help you succeed in the role. You'll also have access to a range of Apleona employee benefits including:

  • Employee discounts via Reward Gateway
  • Free on-site parking
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Access to a virtual GP
  • Access to a health & wellbeing app

  Apleona is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to recruiting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We base all employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.