Production Support Operators

Company
Manpower
Location
Gateshead
Salary
£31,161 per annum

Full Job Description

Do you want to be part of a global leader in paints and coatings?

AkzoNobel, headquartered in Amsterdam, operates in over 150 countries and employs around 35,000 people worldwide. We specialise in decorative paints and performance coatings, with iconic brands like Dulux, Sikkens, and International. Committed to sustainability and innovation through our Planet Possible strategy, we're shaping a greener future while protecting and beautifying surfaces across the globe.

Job Title: Production Support Operator
Location: Felling
Shifts: Days/nights
Days: Monday-Thursday: 6am-2pm or 2pm-10pm
Friday: 6am-12pm or 2pm-6pm

Nights: Sunday: 12 midnight-6am
Monday-Friday: 10pm-6am (Friday finish)
Pay: Paid hourly at 38 hours per standard working week + shift Allowance

Starting Salary 6 months 12 Months £26,928.82 £29,577.88 £31,570.63 Constant Night £10,611.69 Alternating Double Day £5,310.00

About the Role
We have a fantastic opportunity to join our highly flexible and skilled team at an international manufacturing plant in Felling. As a Production Support Operator, you'll play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing team has all the materials needed to achieve production performance targets. You'll follow standard operating procedures and use continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance in Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take responsibility for your work, your safety, and the safety of your colleagues.
  • Follow HSE rules and procedures for all tasks.
  • Maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Operate within systems and procedures safely, using escalation processes effectively.
  • Drive FLTs to load and unload vehicles.
  • Continuously challenge and improve personal performance.
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business and its operations.

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Accessible via public transport
  • On-site parking and facilities
  • Pension scheme

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and help us shape the future of paints and coatings!

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Location
Gateshead
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£31,161 per annum
Industry
Coatings
Closing Date
20th November 2026
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