Production Support Operators

Manpower UK Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global paints and coatings company is seeking a Production Support Operator to join their team in Gateshead. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £12.42 per hour with additional shift allowances. Responsibilities include ensuring materials for production are available, following health and safety procedures, and maintaining quality standards. Benefits include 25 days holiday, pension scheme, and accessible public transport options.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Accessible via public transport

On-site parking and facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain product quality.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Ensure materials are available for production targets.
• Follow standard operating procedures for safety.
• Maintain product quality through monitoring.

Skills

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE)

Quality control

Forklift operation

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: Day Rate: £12.42 per hour + £98.85 weekly shift allowance
Night Rate: £12.42 per hour + £197.72 weekly 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.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Accessible via public transport
• On-site parking and facilities

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and help us shape the future of paints and coatings!