Production Operative

Company
Sun Chemical
Location
Four Pools Industrial Estate
Salary
TBC

Full Job Description

Kick-start your career as an Inplant Technician with a global leader in printing inks and coatings. Join Sun Chemical in Rochdale, enjoy excellent training, benefits and the chance to grow your career.

Inplant Technician
Evesham, WR11 2XL

  • Full time, permanent
  • Competitive salary
  • Great benefits

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Sun Chemical is the world’s largest producer of printing inks and pigments, with a proud history of innovation and customer excellence. Operating in more than 60 countries, we provide sustainable solutions to the packaging, publication, coatings, plastics, cosmetics and other industrial markets. At Sun Chemical, our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to developing their skills while offering a supportive and rewarding working environment.

The Role

Thanks to our innovative products and great team, we are proud that the business is continuing to grow. We now have an opportunity for a Production Operative (Inplant Shift Technician) to join our professional manufacturing team based in Evesham.

This is an opportunity to join an established team of dedicated technicians providing 24/6 cover to our customers, delivering timely colour and press-side support. We will be looking for a team player willing to learn or adapt current skills to suit the role, with the ability to follow procedures and instructions. An attitude with a high regard for safety is essential. Technicians work on shifts and are supported by an on-site management structure.

No previous experience is required but the successful applicant must not have any colour blindness deficiency and be willing to work nights and weekends as part of the shift pattern.  For the right person, training will be provided. Together with continual training programmes to develop the individual.

Qualifications / Experience Critical for the job Holder

  • Basic secondary education at GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above in English and Maths or equivalent
  • FLT license is advantageous but not essential

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Company pension
  • Competitive holiday entitlement
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Further training opportunities
  • Access to discounts and savings at some of the UK’s biggest retailers

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Ink Technician, Laboratory Technician, Production Operative, Colour Matcher, Print Technician, Quality Control Technician, Paint Technician, Coatings Technician, Manufacturing Operative, Technical Support Technician.

Location
Four Pools Industrial Estate
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
TBC
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
8th October 2025
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