Material Handler / Hand Palletising Operator

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full training provided

Free on-site parking

Free case of product periodically

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking a flexible Material Handler/Hand Palletising Operator in the Newbridge area. The role involves hand palletising finished goods, quality checks, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace on a modern production line.

Shifts are available with weekend preference; temporary contract of at least four weeks with potential extension. Training will be provided; prior warehouse experience is desirable but not required.

Qualifications

• Manual handling ability and physical fitness.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy.
• Flexible to cover various shift patterns.
• Full training provided; prior warehouse experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Hand palletising products according to specifications.
• Check product quality before palletising.
• Follow health and safety standards at all times.
• Assist with general production duties as required.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Pack finished products at end of line for distribution; complete paperwork as needed.
• Communicate any issues to supervisor or manager.
• Support training and mentoring of new team members.

Skills

Manual handling

Quality awareness

Health and safety

Teamwork

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Job description

Based in Newbridge, this Material Handler / Hand Palletising Operator role with Manpower UK supports a leading food manufacturer. The temporary contract lasts a minimum of four weeks, with potential extension. Paying up to £13.50 per hour, various shifts are available, though weekend availability is preferred. Your duties involve hand palletising finished goods to specification, checking product quality, and upholding strict health and safety standards. You will also assist with general production tasks and maintain a tidy workspace. The site itself is modern, automated, and clean. This position suits someone flexible and physically capable, seeking steady production work in the Newbridge area.

A leading food manufacturer is looking for flexible Hand Palletising Operators to work on a production line in its modern, automated, and clean site based in Crumlin, Wales - 15 miles from Newport and 10 miles from Cwmbran and Caerphilly. PAY: Paying from £13.50-£18.79 per hour. SHIFTS: Various shifts available but preferably you will be able to work all or some weekends. The contract is temporary for a minimum of 4 weeks with a possibility of extension depending on business needs.

What You Will Be Doing

• Hand palletising products according to specifications.
• Checking product quality before palletising.
• Always following health and safety standards.
• Assisting with general production duties as required.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Pack finished products on the end of the line ready to send through to distribution whilst completing all paperwork.
• To ensure a high standard of quality is maintained throughout the process.
• To maintain excellent hygiene standards in line with Company/ Client procedure.
• To communicate any issues as they arise.
• To follow all Company and Client procedures.
• To work in a flexible and organised manner.
• Training, coaching and mentoring of any other team members.
• To carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by your supervisor or Manager.
• To understand and comply with the Company''s Health and Safety Policy Statement.

What You Will Bring

• Ability to perform manual handling tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision.
• Positive attitude possessing high levels of commitment and motivation.
• Flexibility to work shift patterns and work to tight deadlines.
• A strong communicator able to work well in a team.
• The ability to work on fast moving lines.
• Forward thinking and possessing a can do attitude.
• Ability to be flexible, quality conscious, and to problem solve.
• Previous factory or warehouse experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What You Will Get

• Competitive pay
• Full training provided.
• Free on-site parking, and free case of product periodically!