Production Operator

Matrix Adhesives Group; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Adhesives Group in the North East UK is seeking a Factory Operator to join a busy production team. You will handle raw materials, operate production equipment, and assist with packaging, ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards.

This hands-on role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork. Candidates should be able to work quickly and methodically, follow instructions, and communicate effectively with internal customers.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience desirable.
• Good ability to work quickly and methodically.
• Strong teamwork and communication with internal customers.
• Good awareness of health, safety and environment issues.
• Willingness to work flexibly and follow instructions.
• Basic IT skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Safely perform production activities in line with Health, Safety and Quality standards.
• Assess tasks for risks and follow control measures.
• Prepare and stage raw materials for production.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and packaging lines.
• Monitor processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Conduct basic quality checks per procedures.
• Label, pack, and dispatch finished goods.
• Store materials and finished products securely.
• Operate forklift trucks and other handling equipment (training provided).
• Maintain housekeeping and equipment cleanliness.
• Identify and report safety/quality concerns promptly.
• Support OTIF delivery and customer satisfaction goals.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Pressure handling

Basic computer skills

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

About Matrix Adhesives

Founded in 2021, Matrix Adhesives Group is a growth-driven company committed to delivering high-performance bonding and sealing solutions across diverse industries. We bring together some of the most trusted and innovative brands in the adhesives and sealants market - each with a proven legacy of quality, performance, and reliability.

Our portfolio includes industry-leading names–each contributing unique expertise and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Through our brands, we offer a comprehensive range of products engineered for construction, industrial, commercial, and specialty applications.

At the core of our business is a relentless focus on operational excellence, customer partnership, and cutting-edge research and development. We don’t just supply adhesives. We help build stronger, safer, and more efficient systems for the future.

Matrix Adhesives Group is more than a supplier. We are your collaborative partner backed by a powerhouse of leading brands - committed to performance, innovation, and long‑term value.

For more information visit https://www.matrixadhesives.com/.

About the Role

At IPS Adhesives, our Factory Operators play a vital role in delivering high-quality adhesive products to customers around the world. As part of a collaborative production team, you will be involved in the full manufacturing process, from preparing materials and operating production equipment through final packaging.

This is a hands‑on role in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to develop valuable production, quality, and equipment‑operating skills while contributing directly to our operational success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a Factory Operator, you will:

• Safely carry out production activities in line with company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
• Assess tasks for potential risks and follow appropriate control measures.
• Prepare and stage raw materials ready for production.
• Operate manufacturing equipment, including high-speed dispersers and other production machinery.
• Monitor production processes to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to specification.
• Perform basic quality control testing using established procedures.
• Complete product finishing activities, including labelling, packaging, and preparing goods for dispatch.
• Store raw materials and finished products within warehouse and yard areas.
• Operate forklift trucks and other material handling equipment (training provided where applicable).
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and equipment cleanliness.
• Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Contribute to meeting key business objectives, including:
• • On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery
  • Product quality standards
  • Customer satisfaction and complaint reduction

Critical Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the IPS and local standards, including meeting quality, productivity and safety standards.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience desirable
• The ability to work quickly and methodically
• Good team working skills
• The ability to follow instructions
• An awareness of environment, health and safety issues
• A willingness to work flexibly
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers
• Good computer skills (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and to carry out batch processing to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices