CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING OPERATIVE – WIGAN

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Chemical Manufacturing Operative to join our well-established client based in Wigan.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering stable working hours, ongoing training, and long-term opportunities within a specialist chemical manufacturing environment.

This role would suit candidates with previous experience as a Chemical Operative, Production Operative, Process Operative, Mixing Operative or Manufacturing Operative.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• 06:00 – 15:00

Rates of Pay

• £13.25 per hour

Benefits

As a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, you will receive:

• Opportunity for growth and career development
• Full training and ongoing support
• Dynamic and supportive team environment
• Free onsite parking
• Paid breaks
• Overtime available

Day-to-Day Duties

As a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, your duties will include:

• Mixing chemicals within IBCs in line with company procedures
• Reading, understanding, and following detailed work instructions accurately
• Monitoring and inspecting chemical mixes throughout the process to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Understanding and working with pH levels and viscosity requirements
• Pumping mixes from IBCs into holding tanks safely and efficiently
• Thoroughly cleaning down equipment and production lines between mixes
• Wearing all required PPE including full suits and respirators where necessary
• Using Counterbalance/Flexi trucks daily to move chemicals and completed mixes
• Following all COSHH, Health & Safety, and site procedures at all times

Essential Skills

To be successful as a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, you will need:

• Previous experience mixing chemicals within a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience following detailed work instructions and formulas accurately
• Good understanding of COSHH regulations, pH levels, and viscosity
• Understanding of line cleaning and contamination prevention between mixes
• An in-date Counterbalance licence
• Knowledge of warning labels and general chemical safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Desirable Experience

• Flexi licence preferred but not essential
• Availability for an immediate start would be advantageous

Training Provided

• Full company policy and procedure training provided
• Ongoing support and development throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity as a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.