Materials Technician

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Neath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Production Materials Operative in Neath, Wales. You will manage raw materials during production hours, monitor stock levels, and operate a fork lift truck. Previous materials handling experience is needed, alongside strong organisational and teamwork skills. This role offers a chance to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, ensuring materials are prepared and stored safely while adhering to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in materials handling or similar production role.
• Licensed Fork Lift Truck driver (Counterbalance) would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and prepare raw material charges for production.
• Monitor stock levels, conduct weekly checks, and replenish departments as needed.
• Operate a fork lift truck safely to support area operations.
• Pack by-products efficiently for sale and manage waste disposal.
• Assist with stocktake and ensure accurate documentation of material movements.
• Follow all health, safety, and production procedures.
• Create and close work orders in SAP when required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe materials storage area.

Skills

Fork lift truck operation

Materials handling

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

Job description

Looking for a hands‑on role in production and materials management? Yolk Recruitment are currently hiring for a Production Materials Operative to be the main point of contact for the production materials area during core production hours, preparing and managing raw materials for production.

You’ll play a key role in managing stock levels, accurately weighing and preparing raw materials, supporting swarf processing, and ensuring the safe storage of materials. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with fork lift experience and a keen eye for detail to join a busy manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately weigh and prepare raw material charges for production
• Monitor stock levels, conduct weekly checks, and replenish departments as needed
• Operate a fork lift truck safely to support area operations
• Pack by-products efficiently for sale and manage waste disposal
• Assist with stocktake and ensure accurate documentation of material movements
• Follow all health, safety, and production procedures
• Create and close work orders in SAP when required
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe materials storage area

Requirements

• Previous experience in materials handling or similar production role.
• Licensed Fork Lift Truck driver (Counterbalance) would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills.