Production Associate

Avient Corporation; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avient Corporation in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom (On-site) is seeking a detail-focused production operator. You will manufacture products to schedules, weigh and add materials, verify batch details, and maintain accurate production records on a day-to-day basis.

The role requires good communication, teamwork, the ability to follow batch sheets and SOPs, and a valid Reach Truck FLT licence. This is an on-site, full-time position with a strong emphasis on health, safety and

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience is essential, preferably in chemical or production settings.
• Must hold a valid Reach Truck FLT Licence refreshed within the last three years.
• Good numeracy and ability to follow batch instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products in line with production plans, batch sheets and work instructions.
• Accurately weigh, measure and add raw materials according to batch instructions.
• Verify batch numbers, product codes and quantities before use.
• Operate mixers, pumps, filling equipment and related production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Complete production records, batch documentation and traceability records on time.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Reach Truck FLT Licence

Job description

Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom (On-site)

Job Description

To safely manufacture products in accordance with production schedules, quality standards, and health & safety procedures, ensuring products are produced efficiently, accurately, and to the required specification.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products in line with production plans, batch sheets, and work instructions.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and add raw materials in accordance with batch instructions.
• Verify raw material descriptions, batch numbers, product codes, and quantities before use.
• Operate mixers, pumps, filling equipment, and associated production machinery safely and efficiently.
• Complete production records, batch documentation, and traceability records accurately and on time.
• Carry out in-process quality checks and report any non-conformances, deviations, or equipment issues.
• Operate Forklift Trucks (FLT) safely and in accordance with company procedures and training.
• Ensure all materials, products, and packaging are correctly identified and labelled.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, audits, and site quality activities
• Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Management teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of numerical and alphabetical accuracy
• Ability to accurately follow batch sheets, manufacturing instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to identify errors and discrepancies in product codes, batch numbers, labels, and documentation.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work safely under pressure whilst maintaining quality standards.
• Basic computer literacy and experience completing production documentation accurately.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or production environment.

Qualifications

Previous manufacturing experience essential, within chemical industry preferred.

Valid Reach Truck FLT Licence, refreshed within the last three years.

Job Info

• Job Identification 40001327
• Job Category Production
• Posting Date 10/23/2026, 02:58 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Barnsley, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom (On-site)