Production Operative - DBS Required

Adecco; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a reliable Production Operative for a facility in Newcastle. The role involves operating various machinery to produce industrial adhesives, performing quality checks, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in the work area. Candidates should be safety-minded, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and assist in training new colleagues. This permanent contract offers a chance to be part of a dynamic manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Reliable worker with experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Ability to operate various types of production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and packaging equipment.
• Perform quality checks during production.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Safety-minded

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Chemical handling

Job description

Production Operative

Location: Newcastle, UK
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Production Supervisor / Shift Lead
DBS required before start

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable, safety‑minded Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing team producing industrial adhesives and related products. You'll operate mixing, filling, and packaging equipment, carry out in‑process quality checks, and help keep production running smoothly and safely to meet daily output targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mixers, reactors, dispensers, and filling/packaging lines (manual and semi‑automatic).
• Accurately weigh and batch raw materials following work instructions and batch records.
• Set up, clean, and change over equipment to standard within target times.
• Perform in‑process checks (viscosity, appearance, weight, labels, seals) and record results.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, and site quality policies; elevate non‑conformances promptly.
• Complete batch documentation and traceability records to an audit‑ready standard.
• Handle chemicals safely (including PPE, COSHH awareness, spill procedures).
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area (5S) and contribute to safe systems of work.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near‑misses; participate in toolbox talks.
• Identify inefficiencies and support Kaizen activities and OEE improvements.
• Assist maintenance with basic checks and first‑line fault finding.
• Work effectively with production, quality, and warehouse teams.
• Support training of colleagues and cover adjacent tasks when needed.

Legal Statement

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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