Production Operative / Chemical Blending Manufacturing Operative

Hands-on role in chemical blending, production and warehouse operations within a growing manufacturing environment. Ideal for a detail-focused Production Operative with stock control, inventory management and forklift experience.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Manufacturing Operative, Warehouse Operative, Production Technician, Machine Operative, Packing Operative

SALARY: £24,762 per annum + Bonus + Benefits

LOCATION: Coventry, West Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 8:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, and 8:30 to 15:45 on Friday

JOB OVERVIEW

Due to continued growth and increased customer demand, we have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Production Operative / Chemical Blending Manufacturing Operative within a busy manufacturing and production environment.

Working in a controlled process setting, the Production Operative / Chemical Blending Manufacturing Operative will support chemical blending, bottling, packing and stock control activities, ensuring quality assurance, health and safety, and accurate production documentation at all times.

As a Production Operative / Chemical Blending Manufacturing Operative you will operate blending equipment, support automated production lines and assist with warehouse operations including inventory control and forklift truck duties, following standard operating procedures precisely.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the Production Operative / Chemical Blending Manufacturing Operative include:

• Chemical Blending: Accurately blend liquid and powder products in line with formulas and production schedules
• Material Handling: Measure, weigh and handle raw materials safely and correctly
• Production Line Operation: Operate and support an automated bottling and packing line
• Documentation & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate batch records, stock movements and production documentation
• Stock Control: Book in raw materials and packaging into stock systems and support inventory accuracy
• Warehouse Support: Assist with stock movement, stock checks, dispatch preparation and palletising
• Forklift Operation: Operate forklift trucks safely in accordance with site procedures and training
• Cleaning & Changeovers: Carry out equipment cleaning, line setup and basic changeovers
• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow standard operating procedures, PPE requirements and safe working practices at all times

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Forklift Truck Licence or willingness to complete forklift training and pass theory and practical tests
• Minimum of one GCSE at Grade C / Grade 4 (or equivalent) in a STEM subject such as English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Science or Physics
• Strong numeracy skills for accurate weighing, measuring and documentation
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions and batch sheets precisely
• Confident using email and basic spreadsheets for data entry and record keeping
• Clear spoken and written English communication skills to follow safety procedures and complete documentation
• Reliable, safety-focused and able to work effectively as part of a team

BENEFITS

• Bonus after 6 months
• Training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding organisation

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14408

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