Site Operative

Stanley Staff; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced operative to work in a recycling plant in Ellesmere Port. Responsibilities include operating plant machinery, handling materials, and conducting quality checks. Candidates must hold a valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence and be ready for manual handling tasks. This position requires strong attention to safety and the ability to maintain production standards. The role operates Monday to Thursday from 6am to 6pm.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and in date Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.
• Experience operating machinery in a production environment.
• Ability to perform manual handling and lifting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate all components of the recycling plant safely and efficiently.
• Maximise production output during the shift.
• Carry out quality checks and report issues promptly.

Skills

Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence

Operating machinery

Inventory management

Quality checks

Manual handling

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking to expand its workforce with an experienced operative; working Monday to Thursday, 6am to 6pm daily. You must have a current and in date Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence.

Responsibilities

• Operating all components of the recycling plant and machinery.


• Producing products to the client's specifications on the PET hot wash recycling production line.


• Handling/loading raw materials into the plant for processing and handling/unloading finished products.


• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, or pallet jacks, safely and responsibly.


• Ensure material supply for machinery are maintained and topped up.


• Maximising production output during shift.


• Carry out quality checks and report to the Shift/Production Manager/Supervisor any concerns or doubts relating to specification or machinery performance.


• Removal and segregation of scrap products.


• Perform production related inventory management tasks.


• Loading and unloading shipments in containers, curtain sided wagons etc.; ensuring items are handled with care.


• Maintain a clean and organised work environment, adhering to health, safety and operational standards.


• Perform routine operational checks and accurately record checks completed.


• Lifting and manual handling required.


• Perform basic electronic data entry.


• Assist engineers and managers with any and all task and responsibility as assigned.


• Complete handover to next shift.

Additional information

For the purpose of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.