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Mixing Section Operative / Counterbalance Driver

C&d Recruitment

Swindon

On-site

Full time

18 days ago

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An established industry player is looking for a Mixing Section Operative/Counterbalance Driver to join their team in Swindon. This role offers an immediate start and involves ensuring the cleanliness of machines, weighing and preparing raw materials, and maintaining a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence and at least two years of forklift driving experience. This temporary-to-permanent position provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic production environment while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for manufacturing, we want to hear from you!

Must have a valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence.
2+ years of experience in forklift driving and production.

Ensure machines are clean and ready for use at all times.
Weigh and prepare raw materials for production as per specifications.
Communicate effectively with team members and maintain cleanliness.

Forklift Driving

Team Player

Production/Manufacturing Experience

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Counterbalance Forklift Licence

Forklift

We are recruiting a Mixing Section Operative/ Counterbalance Driver for an Immediate start.

Location: Swindon

Contract Type: Temporary-permanent

Pay Rates: £12.21 per hour

Hours/Days of work: 08:00-17:00 (Monday-Thurs ) Fri half day

Responsibilities:

Make sure the machine to be used is clean and ready for use.
Follow production planning board for required daily work throughout the day.
Weigh/dry powders - follow weekly rota.
Correctly weigh out raw materials for formulations.
Transport to mixing room and load into correct machine.
Liaise with QA for material testing.
When passed and thoroughly mixed - pour/decant as required.
Carry-out decants.
Ensure machines/bowls are extra clean to maintain the 5S standard - monthly.
When free of work - Daily Sniff Test.
Report any equipment defects immediately to your supervisor/manager.
Ensure mixing methods are carried out to the required specifications.
Ensure PPE is used as required.
Maintain the cleanliness of the working environment and surrounding areas.
Communicate effectively with staff on all levels.
Work safely and cleanly on all occasions.
Report any accidents immediately to supervisor/manager.
Ensure the machines are kept clean and free of contamination, are maintained and always available for use.
Keep waste to a minimum.
Print labels from label system.
Fork-lift driving when necessary.
Team Player
Some Heavy Lifting involved

The successful candidate:

Counterbalance Forklift Licence in house licence not acceptable
Previous Forklift Driving Experience min 2 years experience
Previous Production/ Manufacturing experience.
Team Player

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Mixing Section Operative / Counterbalance Driver

C&d Recruitment

Swindon

On-site

Full time

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