Production Support Operators

Manpower; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Accessible via public transport

On-site parking

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Felling is seeking a Production Support Operator to ensure timely material supply to production lines, following SOPs and supporting HSE and quality targets.

Shifts encompass days and nights with pay for 38 hours weekly plus a shift allowance; forklift operation is a key duty in a global paints and coatings operation.

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklift trucks in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to follow HSE rules and maintain product quality.
• Awareness of continuous improvement in production settings.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for personal safety and that of colleagues.
• Follow HSE rules and procedures for all tasks.
• Maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate safely within systems and escalation processes.
• Drive FLTs to load and unload vehicles.
• Continuously strive to improve personal performance.
• Understand business operations and goals.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Accessible via public transport
• On-site parking and facilities

Skills

FLT operation

HSE compliance

Quality control

Continuous improvement

Safety conscious

Job description

Do you want to be part of a global leader in paints and coatings? AkzoNobel, headquartered in Amsterdam, operates in over 150 countries and employs around 35,000 people worldwide. We specialise in decorative paints and performance coatings, with iconic brands like Dulux, Sikkens, and International. Committed to sustainability and innovation through our Planet Possible strategy, we're shaping a greener future while protecting and beautifying surfaces across the globe.

Job Title: Production Support Operator Location: Felling Shifts: Days/nights Days: Monday-Thursday: 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm Friday: 6am-12pm or 2pm-6pm Nights: Sunday: 12 midnight-6am Monday-Friday: 10pm-6am (Friday finish) Pay: Paid hourly at 38 hours per standard working week + shift Allowance

About the Role

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our highly flexible and skilled team at an international manufacturing plant in Felling. As a Production Support Operator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing team has all the materials needed to achieve production performance targets. You'll follow standard operating procedures and use continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance in Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for your work, your safety, and the safety of your colleagues.
• Follow HSE rules and procedures for all tasks.
• Maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate within systems and procedures safely, using escalation processes effectively.
• Drive FLTs to load and unload vehicles.
• Continuously challenge and improve personal performance.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business and its operations.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Accessible via public transport
• On-site parking and facilities

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