Production Operative

Company
Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd
Location
Swindon
Salary
£25,610 per annum

Full Job Description

Production Operative

Swindon

£25,610 per annum

We at JKR are supporting our client focused within chemical manufacturing recruit for a Production Mixing Operative to join their team.

Production Operative Key Responsibilities:

  • Make sure the machine to be used is clean and ready for use
  • Follow production planning board for required daily work throughout the day
  • Weigh/dry powders – follow weekly rota
  • Correctly weigh out raw materials for formulations
  • Transport to mixing room and load into correct machine
  • Liaise with QA for material testing
  • When passed and thoroughly mixed - pour/decant as required
  • Carry-out decants
  • Ensure machines/bowls are extra clean to maintain the 5S standard – monthly
  • When free of work – Daily Sniff Test
  • Report any equipment defects immediately to your supervisor/manager
  • Ensure mixing methods are carried out to the required specifications
  • Ensure PPE is used as required
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the working environment and surrounding areas
  • Communicate effectively with staff on all levels
  • Work safely and cleanly on all occasions
  • Report any accidents immediately to supervisor/manager
  • Ensure the machines are kept clean and free of contamination, are maintained and always available for use
  • Keep waste to a minimum
  • Print labels from label system
  • Fork-lift driving when necessary
  • Help other departments when required by supervisor/manager

Production Operative Ideal Candidate:

  • Must hold a Counterbalance Forklift Licence
  • Previously worked within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong concentration skills and able to read from Batch Cards
  • Physically fit and proactive within a repetitive position

Production Operative Working Hours:

  • 38.7 Hours - Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Friday 08:00 – 12:45
  • Health Cash plan after 3 months
  • Birthday Holiday
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • 4% Pension

Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years.

We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate’s requirement’s to ensure that we place you in your ideal role.

We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press.

The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record.

So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job!

Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.

Location
Swindon
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£25,610 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
2nd October 2026
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