Yard Operative

United In Recruitment Ltd; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recycling firm in Runcorn seeks a Plant Operative/Telehandler to handle materials and operate machinery for recycling processes. This role involves loading and unloading materials using Fork Lift Trucks and performing bulk handling with JCBs. Candidates should have relevant licenses and experience in a related environment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and an excellent benefits package including buying & selling holidays, health plans, and a bonus scheme for attendance.

Benefits

Buying & selling holidays

Health & wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Attendance bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Must have Forklift and Telehandler License.
• Experience in a manufacturing or recycling environment preferred.
• Able to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading materials using a Fork Lift Truck.
• Performing bulk handling tasks with a JCB.
• Operating machinery to ensure smooth recycling processes.
• Maintaining a safe working environment and promoting safety.
• Supporting colleagues to achieve production targets.

Skills

Material handling

Bulk handling techniques

Machine operation

Strong interpersonal skills

Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Tools

Forklift

Telehandler

JCB

Job description

My very busy well-established recycling clients are now looking for a Plant Operative/Telehandler for the recycling facility in Runcorn. PVC recycling is a convenient, economical and socially responsible way of protecting our environment. They are focused on growing the circular economy and we see innovation within the company as pivotal to our global sustainability strategy. By recycling post-consumer PVC windows and doors, they minimise waste costs whilst realising the future value of recycled PVC and reducing the impact on landfill.

Monday to Friday days only Monday to Thursday 8:00am-16:30pm and Friday 8:00am-15:30pm.

£12.25 - £14.22 per hour (depending on skills and experience)

Your role:

• Material Handling: You will be responsible for a range of material handling tasks, including loading and unloading materials using a Fork Lift Truck (FLT).
• Bulk Handling: Perform bulk handling tasks using a JCB, such as bucket work and operation of screeners/shredders, to ensure efficient processing of recycled materials.
• Machine Operation: Operate machinery to oversee the recycling process, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high‑quality output.
• Safety and Housekeeping: Maintain general housekeeping and ensure a safe working environment including keeping the outside yard clean and tidy. Adhering strictly to all Environmental, Health, and Safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Prioritising and promoting safety in all aspects of work.
• Site Operations: Operate the site and production processes safely and efficiently, contributing to our commitment to sustainability and responsible waste management.
• Team Support: Assist with other duties as needed, collaborating with colleagues to achieve production targets and maintain a high standard of work.

Your profile:

• Licenses: Must have Forklift and Telehandler License. Holding a JCB handling license is highly desirable.
• Experience: Proficient in bulk handling techniques, with previous experience in a manufacturing or recycling environment preferred.
• Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple projects within set timeframes while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively and professionally with colleagues with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility: Flexibility with work schedules and ability to work all shift patterns to support production demands and operational requirements.

Excellent benefits package:

• Buying & selling holidays - up to 4 or 5 days after 2 years
• Employee benefits platform
• CSP
• Health & wellbeing
• Free flu jabs
• Occupational health
• Pension scheme
• Health cash plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Social culture and events
• Access to external training and supported education
• Long service awards
• Bonus scheme - they get an attendance bonus with a production element each month they have 100% attendance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave