Production FLT Operative

Pertemps Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a hands-on Production/FLT Operator to join their team in Cheshire. The role involves operating plant equipment, ensuring quality standards, and working collaboratively within a multi-skilled team. Candidates should have at least 2 years' experience in a similar environment and hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence. This position offers structured salary progression and excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Structured salary progression

Supportive team culture

On-the-job development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a process, warehouse, or manufacturing environment (at least 2 years).
• Comfortable with quality standards.
• Desirable experience with powder or mineral-based materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant equipment for efficient production.
• Load and unload tankers following safety protocols.
• Conduct material testing to maintain quality standards.
• Fill and remove bulk bags safely.

Skills

Operational documentation adherence

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence

IOSH Working Safely certification (advantage)

Job description

Job Title: Production/FLT Operator
Location: Winsford, Cheshire (CW7)
Salary: from Starting salary £29,000 up to £35,000 + (DOE)
Hrs: Monday - Friday rotating 6am-2pm/2pm-10pm/10pm-6am
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

On behalf of our client - a well-established manufacturer of mineral-based products with a strong focus on quality and sustainability - we are recruiting for a hands-on Production/FLT Operator to join their team at their site in Cheshire.

As the Production/FLT Operator your key responsibilities are:

• Operate and monitor plant equipment to ensure consistent and efficient production processes.
• Load and unload tankers in accordance with site safety protocols.
• Conduct material testing and sampling to maintain quality standards.
• Record process parameters accurately and maintain up-to-date production records.
• Fill and remove bulk bags (FIBC/"big bags") safely and efficiently.
• Ensure packaging and labelling of both intermediate and final products meet the required specifications.
• Follow all site procedures for product quarantine, emergency responses, and health & safety.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi-skilled team, rotating duties where required.

The successful Production/FLT Operator will have:

• At least 2 years' experience in a process, warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence (RTITB or ITSSAR accredited)
• Previous experience with powder or mineral-based materials is desirable.
• Comfortable working with operational documentation and adhering to quality standards.
• IOSH Working Safely certification is an advantage, but training can be provided.
• A strong team player with a proactive attitude and attention to detail

Why Join?

• Join a long-standing, respected business in the sector.
• Supportive team culture with shared responsibilities and cross-training
• Structured salary progression up to ~£35000 +
• Excellent working environment and on-the-job development opportunities