Pre-weigh Production Operative/FLT Driver

Manpower UK; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking a Pre-weigh Production Operative/FLT Driver in Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, for a temporary assignment in a paint manufacturing operation. You will weigh, measure and prepare raw materials to order, check identities and quantities, label items and maintain traceability, while handling forklifts as required.

The role requires an FLT licence, strong numeracy, accuracy and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• FLT licence required for operating lifting equipment.
• Strong numeracy and accuracy in weighing and labeling.
• Commitment to safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials in line with formulations and orders.
• Verify material identity, product codes and quantities before dispensing.
• Label, identify and organize pre-weighed materials for traceability.
• Operate weighing scales and dispensing equipment per procedures.
• Keep work area tidy and support safe material flow.
• Follow COSHH, safety and quality guidelines; report hazards.

Skills

FLT licence

Numeracy

Safety awareness

Accuracy

Quality focus

Tools

FLT licence

Job description

This temporary Pre-weigh Production Operative/FLT Driver role in Nottinghamshire supports a paint manufacturing operation, paying up to £14.82 per hour. Working to set shift patterns, the successful candidate weighs, measures and prepares raw materials according to approved formulations, production orders and standard operating procedures. Duties include checking material identity, product codes and quantities before dispensing powders, pigments and additives, then labelling and organising pre-weighed items to maintain full traceability. Operatives also handle forklift tasks and keep records accurate. Applicants should demonstrate precision, safety awareness and quality focus, with a valid FLT licence and numeracy skills. Reliability and care in getting tasks right first time are essential for this assignment. Pre-Weigh Production Operative / FLT Driver Location: Sutton in Ashfield, Nottingham If you take pride in getting things right first time, accuracy, safety and quality, this is a fantastic opportunity to support our client''s paint manufacturing operation. In a fast-paced environment, you''ll weigh, measure and prepare raw materials so production has the right ingredients, in the right quantities, at the right time.

What you''ll be doing:

• Weigh, measure and prepare raw materials in line with approved formulations, production orders and standard operating procedures
• Verify material identity, product codes and quantities before dispensing powders, pigments, additives and other ingredients
• Label, identify and organise pre-weighed materials to maintain full traceability
• Operate weighing scales, dispensing equipment and other relevant machinery in line with training/procedures
• Keep your work area tidy and organised, supporting safe and efficient material flow
• Follow health, safety, environmental and quality procedures, including risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Comply with COSHH requirements for safe handling of chemicals, powders, solvents and other hazardous substances
• Wear required PPE and use respiratory protection where specified
• Handle heavy loads safely (up to 25 kg repetitively) using approved manual handling practices and lifting aids/equipment
• Follow procedures for safe management of spills, waste and empty packaging; report hazards, incidents, near misses and defects

What you''ll bring:

Essential requirements:

• FLT licence (REACH)
• Strong working knowledge of Health andamp; Safety practices and procedures
• Able to manage heavy loads up to 25 kg repetitively
• Accuracy and consistency when preparing, checking and labelling materials

Desirable:

• Previous experience in paint manufacturing

Pay rate andamp; hours:

• £14.82 per hour
• Working hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00am-4:00pm; Friday 7:00am-12:45pm
• Overtime may offered during busy periods