Production Operative

Company
Randstad Perm Professionals
Location
Warwickshire
Salary
£33,345 per annum

Full Job Description

  • ?? Yard & Forklift Operative
  • ?? Location: Coleshill
  • ?? Pay: £17.10
  • ?? Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shifts
  • ?? Contract Type: Temporary Ongoing

We are currently recruiting for a Yard & Forklift Operative to join a small, fast-paced team at a regulated industrial site. This is a hands-on role supporting the safe and efficient sorting of gas cylinders, unloading and loading deliveries, and maintaining a clean, hazard-aware work environment. You'll play a key role in day-to-day yard operations under the supervision of senior operators and facility management.

This site is classified under COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards) and contains regulated risks such as high-pressure gas, noise, and cryogenic hazards-safety is the top priority.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Operating a 2.5-ton counterbalance forklift (valid FLT license required)
  • Sorting and unloading gas cylinders and palletised materials
  • Supporting the daily operations of the yard and plant facility
  • Recording activity for KPI and operational reporting
  • Carrying out general housekeeping duties and identifying site maintenance needs
  • Following Safety First / Stop for Safety protocols
  • Communicating clearly and working as part of a small, multi-functional team
  • Adopting a flexible and proactive approach to shift and operational needs

What We're Looking For

  • A current and valid FLT Counterbalance license (2.5T)
  • Previous experience in yard work, logistics, or industrial environments (chemical or mechanical background desirable)
  • Comfortable working in a high-risk, COMAH-regulated environment
  • Good health and fitness level, including manual handling capability and good eyesight
  • Strong communication, time management, and teamwork skills
  • Punctual, reliable, and open to learning new skills
  • Comfortable working in a unionised setting
  • Flexible and safety-conscious mindset

Why Join the team?

  • Work in a vital, safety-first industry with high operational standards
  • Gain experience in a regulated, high-compliance industrial environment
  • Be part of a close-knit and supportive team
  • Ongoing opportunities to learn and grow on the job

Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Location
Warwickshire
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£33,345 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
4th September 2025
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