Production Operative

Location: Newcastle, UK
Contract: Permanent
Reports to: Production Supervisor / Shift Lead
Checks: DBS will be required prior to start

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable, safety-minded Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing team producing industrial adhesives and related products. You'll operate mixing, filling, and packaging equipment, carry out in-process quality checks, and help keep production running smoothly and safely to meet daily output targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Production & Equipment
  • Operate mixers, reactors, dispensers, and filling/packaging lines (manual and semi-automatic).
  • Accurately weigh and batch raw materials following work instructions and batch records.
  • Set up, clean, and change over equipment to standard within target times.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Perform in-process checks (viscosity, appearance, weight, labels, seals) and record results.
  • Follow SOPs, GMP, and site quality policies; escalate non-conformances promptly.
  • Complete batch documentation and traceability records to an audit-ready standard.
• Safety & Housekeeping
  • Handle chemicals safely (including PPE, COSHH awareness, spill procedures).
  • Maintain a clean, orderly work area (5S) and contribute to safe systems of work.
  • Report hazards, incidents, and near-misses; participate in toolbox talks.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify inefficiencies and support Kaizen activities and OEE improvements.
  • Assist maintenance with basic checks and first-line fault finding.
• Teamwork & Communication
  • Work effectively with production, quality, and warehouse teams.
  • Support training of colleagues and cover adjacent tasks when needed.

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