Production Operative

Manpower UK Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the UK is looking for Scientific Production Operatives for a 6-month temporary contract in Didcot. Candidates should have a minimum NVQ/BTEC qualification in a technical or scientific discipline and be flexible with their shift patterns. Responsibilities include operating plant equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring high quality standards. The pay rates are £13.56 for day shifts and £16.27 for night shifts.

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Experience monitoring production processes.
• Comfortable with manual handling of required weights.

Responsibilities

• Operate pilot plant equipment after training.
• Monitor production processes and diagnose faults.
• Maintain high quality standards throughout production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow SOPs

Assembly and disassembly tasks

Flexibility for shifts

Education

NVQ/BTEC or equivalent in a technical or scientific discipline

Job description

Manpower is seeking Scientific Production Operatives. We invite applications from recent graduates in engineering, science, or related disciplines seeking valuable industry experience, as well as individuals with operational expertise in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related sectors.

Position: Temporary Scientific Production Operative

Contract Duration: 6 months

Location: Didcot, Milton Park

Payrates: Day shift: £13.56 per hour. Night shift: £16.27 per hour

Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts following a consistent schedule of 4-day shifts, 4 days off, 4-night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate pilot plant equipment (comprehensive training provided)
• Assemble and disassemble plant equipment for maintenance and troubleshooting (training provided)
• Monitor production processes and diagnose faults.
• Handle and prepare raw materials and products to required standards.
• Maintain high quality standards throughout production.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations and actively promote a safety-first culture.
• Participate as a member of the site Emergency Response Team
• Always maintain excellent housekeeping standards.

Candidate Requirements

• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Minimum qualification of NVQ/BTEC or equivalent in a technical or scientific discipline
• Exceptional attention to detail with experience following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Comfortable working with tools and performing assembly/disassembly tasks.
• Capable of manual handling within Health and Safety Executive (HSE) limits: 25kg for men, 16kg for women
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks while wearing respiratory protection.
• Flexible to work shifts and overtime as required (with agreement)

If you are ready to contribute to an innovative new product and develop your skills in a dynamic environment, apply today. A representative will contact you shortly.