Production Operative

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

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