Quality Production Operative

Gap Personnel; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Quality Production Operatives in Port Talbot to ensure product quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll conduct inspections, rework products, and maintain quality standards during production. Ideal candidates will have experience in an FMCG setting and the ability to pay attention to detail. This position offers a competitive pay rate and a dynamic work schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks.
• Effective communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process and final inspection stage.
• Safely move finished pallets from warehouse to inspection area.
• Set up pallets correctly for inspection to avoid product mix-ups.
• Visually inspect finished products for defects.
• Work closely with the Quality Co-ordinator to assess stock and report findings.
• Adhere to all site Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Electric pallet trucks

Hand pallet trucks

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Quality Production Operative – 3 Shift Pattern

Location: Port Talbot

Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour + 30% shift allowance

Shift Pattern:

• Morning: 6:00am – 2:00pm
• Afternoon: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
• Night: 10:00pm – 6:00am

We are currently seeking Quality Production Operatives to join our team on a 3-shift rotating pattern. This is an opportunity to be part of a fast-paced manufacturing environment, playing a key role in ensuring product quality through regular inspections and rework processes.

Role Overview

This role sits within the Quality Department, focusing on the inspection of finished stock and identifying/removing common manufacturing defects. You will be responsible for ensuring quality standards are upheld throughout the production process, including rework of pallets and visual checks of final products.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process and final inspection stage
• Safely move finished pallets from warehouse to inspection area
• Set up pallets correctly for inspection to avoid product mix-ups
• Visually inspect finished products for defects such as print errors, scratches, dents, or malformations
• Work closely with the Quality Co-ordinator to assess stock, identify defect trends, and report findings
• Accurately document reworked or sorted stock and maintain detailed records
• Adhere to all site Health & Safety procedures at all times

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturing environment
• Skilled in the use of hand or electric pallet trucks
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus during repetitive tasks
• Effective communicator and team player