Process Operator

Independence Products; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Products in Swindon is looking for a Process Operator to join our team and help create and prepare products to the highest standards. This is a hands-on role where you'll support different stages of production from preparing materials and forming products through to packing, labelling and quality inspection.

You'll follow GMP, hygiene requirements, SOPs and work instructions, move materials with pallet trucks or forklifts where trained, maintain high housekeeping standards and work

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to follow SOPs, work instructions and processes after training.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work at pace while maintaining quality standards.
• Professional attitude and pride in your work.
• Physical ability to handle materials and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production or warehousing would be advantageous.
• Forklift or other materials-handling experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and handle materials accurately and safely, in line with product specifications.
• Support production activities including product forming, machine operation, packing and labelling.
• Carry out quality checks and ensure products meet required standards before dispatch.
• Follow GMP, hygiene requirements, SOPs and work instructions.
• Safely move materials and finished products using pallet trucks and forklifts where trained.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and cleanliness.
• Work as part of the wider team, adapting to changing priorities and production requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet production and distribution targets and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Quality mindset

Willingness to learn

Forklift experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00

Make a difference every day

At Independence Products, the products we make help bring greater dignity, independence and quality of life to others.

We're looking for a Process Operator to join our team and play an important role in creating and preparing our products to the highest standards.

This is a hands‑on role where you'll support different stages of production, from preparing materials and forming products through to packing, labelling and quality inspection. You'll also have the opportunity to learn new skills and develop within the role.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver and handle materials accurately and safely, in line with product specifications.
• Support production activities including product forming, machine operation, packing and labelling.
• Carry out quality checks and ensure products meet required standards before dispatch.
• Follow GMP, hygiene requirements, SOPs and work instructions.
• Safely move materials and finished products using pallet trucks and forklifts where trained.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and cleanliness.
• Work as part of the wider team, adapting to changing priorities and production requirements.
• Work efficiently to meet production and distribution targets and support continuous improvement.

You'll ideally have:

• Good attention to detail, with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• The ability to follow SOPs, work instructions and processes following training.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• The ability to work at pace while maintaining quality standards.
• A professional attitude and pride in your work.
• The physical ability to handle materials and boxes and stand for extended periods.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production or warehousing would be advantageous but isn't essential.
• Forklift or other materials‑handling experience would be advantageous.

You’ll be joining a team where what you do genuinely matters. Every product we make has a purpose — helping people to live with greater dignity and independence.

We also believe in developing our people, giving you the training, support and opportunities to learn, grow and build your skills within the business.

If you're dependable, hands‑on and take pride in doing a great job, we'd love to hear from you.

At Independence Products, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities and are committed to equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process.