Plastic Excursion Operative With Flt

The Best Connection; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£100 monthly attendance bonus

Temp to perm opportunity

Immediate start

Job summary

The Best Connection Dudley is seeking an experienced Plastic Extrusion Operative with valid FLT to join a Tipton-based client. This temporary-to-permanent role offers rapid progression for a reliable operative ready to contribute from day one.

You will lead by example, manage stock movements, and uphold health and safety standards while supporting warehouse duties and team performance. Immediate start after interview.

Qualifications

• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence (essential).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Machinery operating experience and/or knowledge would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plastic extrusion machinery to meet production targets.
• Set up extrusion lines and adjust machine settings to spec.
• Perform quality inspections on finished products.
• Identify and report machine faults or production issues.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to company standards.
• Support machine operators and monitor productivity.

Skills

FLT licence

Leadership

Communication

Machinery operation

Fast-paced environment

Job description

The Best Connection Dudley are currently recruiting for an experienced Plastic Excursion Operative with FLT on behalf of our client based in Tipton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with the potential for a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor plastic extrusion machinery to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Set up extrusion lines and adjust machine settings to meet product specifications.
• Carry out quality inspections, measurements, and visual checks on finished products.
• Identify and report any machine faults, defects, or production issues.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards
• Operating machinery and supporting machine operators where required
• Monitoring productivity and team performance
• Conducting shift handovers and reporting any issues to management
• Assisting with staff training and development
• Managing stock movements and warehouse activities
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times
• Supporting with general warehouse and operational duties as required

Requirements:

• Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence (essential)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Machinery operating experience and/or knowledge would be advantageous
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, proactive, and able to lead by example

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £16.00 - £17.00 per hour
• £100 monthly attendance bonus
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Immediate start available following a successful interview
• Ongoing support from The Best Connection