Production Operative

Pertemps Warrington; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biorefining is seeking a Production Operative for its facility in Birchwood, Warrington. In this role, you will engage in the production of biochemicals, operate production machinery, and maintain high standards of quality and safety. Candidates should have previous experience in production and hold a valid FLT Counterbalance Licence. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including a generous holiday scheme and a pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Loyalty scheme: up to 30 days holiday after 7 years

Company pension: 8% employer contribution

Private Health Care + Health Plan (Dental)

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar production/warehouse role.
• FLT Counterbalance Licence required.
• IT literate; SAP experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture liquid and powder blends, including packaging and storage.
• Assist with warehouse duties: loading/unloading, order picking.
• Operate production equipment: pumps, mixers, bagging machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

FLT Counterbalance Licence

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative
Location: Birchwood, Warrington (WA3 6PJ)
Salary: 28,000- 29,000 (DOE)
Shifts: Monday- Friday 07:30- 16:00
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client operates one of the world's most advanced and sustainable biorefineries. By using natural, renewable raw materials, they produce advanced and environmentally friendly biochemicals.

As a Production Operative your duties will be: -

" Manufacture of liquid and powder blends, including packaging, storage, and distribution.
" Assist with warehouse duties: loading/unloading, order picking, stock control.
" Operate production equipment: pumps, mixers, agitators, powder blenders, bagging machines.
" Use of FLT to move palletised goods and handle containers.
" Operate bailing machines, industrial cleaners, lifting equipment.
" Use IT systems including SAP for despatches, stock movement, and material scheduling.
" Interact with on-site contractors and oversee their compliance.
" Report faults to the Maintenance Manager.
" Maintain high housekeeping standards and observe company rules.
" Contribute to continuous improvement and uphold quality and EHS standards.

The successful Production Operative will have the following skills: -

" Previous experience in a similar production/warehouse role.
" FLT Counterbalance Licence (C/B) - Required.
" IT Literate - SAP experience desirable but not essential.
" Works well as part of a team as well as individually.
" Good attention to detail.
" Effective communicator both written and verbal.

Additional Information
" 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
" Loyalty scheme: up to 30 days holiday after 7 years.
" Company pension: 8% employer contribution.
" Private Health Care + Health Plan (Dental).
" Life Insurance.