Production Operative

People Solutions; Middleton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Mon-Fri days

Day shifts

R&D & technical team

Hands-on lab & manufacturing

Training & development

Polymer materials knowledge

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting for a Production Operative in Middleton, Manchester. The role is full-time and permanent within the Research & Development team, offering £26,000 per annum with Monday to Friday day shifts and strong training opportunities.

The position involves producing samples, lab testing, and supporting development projects in a hands-on laboratory and manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a diligent approach to work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Calm and organised under changing priorities.
• Practical problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Producing customer samples and internal development materials accurately.
• Supporting Development Technologists with internal and customer projects.
• Manufacturing samples for live customer enquiries.
• Carrying out laboratory testing and analysis.
• Supporting raw material analysis and development work.
• Assisting with sample production, testing and technical activities.
• Recording results and producing reports on work completed.
• Using laboratory sample and IT systems.
• Supporting the R&D team with day-to-day technical requirements.
• Helping to improve materials, procedures and processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal comms

Time management

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

MS Office / IT skills

Job description

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE - MIDDLETON, MANCHESTER - £26,000 PER ANNUM

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join our well-established client based in Middleton, Manchester on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established manufacturing business within their Research & Development team, offering £26,000 per annum, Monday to Friday day shifts and excellent training and development opportunities.

£26,000 PER ANNUM | MONDAY TO FRIDAY | DAY SHIFTS | PERMANENT POSITION | TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

This role would suit candidates with experience as a Production Operative, Laboratory Technician, Lab Assistant, R&D Technician, Technical Assistant, Sample Technician, Quality Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Production Operator.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• 09:00 - 17:00
• 37.5 hours per week
• Full-time, permanent position

Rates of Pay

• £26,000 per annum

Benefits

• Permanent position
• Monday to Friday working
• Day shifts
• Opportunity to work within an established R&D and technical team
• Hands-on laboratory and manufacturing experience
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to develop knowledge within polymer materials, testing and production

Day-to-Day Duties

• Producing customer samples and internal development materials accurately and effectively
• Supporting Development Technologists with internal and customer projects
• Manufacturing samples for live customer enquiries
• Carrying out laboratory testing and analysis
• Supporting raw material analysis and development work
• Assisting with sample production, testing and technical activities
• Recording results and producing reports on work completed
• Using laboratory sample and IT systems
• Supporting the R&D team with day-to-day technical requirements
• Helping to improve materials, procedures and processes
• Troubleshooting problems and helping to identify suitable solutions
• Working in line with company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures

Essential Skills

• Strong attention to detail and a diligent approach to your work
• Good written and verbal communication skillsGood time management and the ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to remain calm and organised when priorities change
• A practical approach to problem solving and troubleshooting
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• A genuine interest in laboratory, technical, scientific or manufacturing work