Production Operative

Production Operative’s

Starting Salary: £12.21 p/h

Location: Mansfield, NG17

Shifts: Full Time, Days – Monday to Thursday (7.00am – 15.30pm)

Friday (7.00am – 14.30pm) – (39 hours per week)

OT availability

Generations People is currently recruiting for Production Operatives to join a highly reputable team based in the Mansfield, NG17 area.  Our client is a British manufacturer and supplier of high performance, industrial and decorative coatings and paints.

The Production Operatives are responsible for performing various tasks within a manufacturing factory to ensure efficient production and high-quality output.

This role involves operating machinery, handling raw materials, conducting quality checks and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Additionally, the Production Operative will actively participate in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to the manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on quality, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities for the Production Operatives.

Your duties will include:

• Operate paint making manufacturing equipment such as High-speed dispersers, bead mills and pumps.
• Manufacture products within deadlines to ensure warehouse and/or customer lead times are met.
• Follow product formulations and manufacturing methods to mix products.
• Submit samples for quality control testing.
• Handle and load hazardous and non-hazardous dry materials.
• Handle and dispense hazardous and non-hazardous
• Provide testing samples to Quality Control.
• Comply with company policies, Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete production orders on time
• Contribute ideas to improve or optimise manufacturing procedures
• Keep tools, equipment, and work environment clean and organised daily
• Maintain an organised workspace, ensuring tools and materials are stored correctly.
• Collaborate with team members to optimise production processes and workflow.
• Assist with inventory management and stock check audits.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisors promptly.

Essential Skills and Competences:

• Proficient in using hand tools and power tools for assembly tasks.
• Experience working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring high-quality output in all tasks.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with colleagues.
• Basic computer skills and experience using Microsoft word and excel.
• GCSE in Maths, Science or Technology based subject.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production facility – desirable
• Experience operating machinery or equipment.
• Experience handling raw materials and/or finished goods.
• Have experience using material handling equipment. Such as forklifts
• Previous experience in the coatings industry – Advantageous
• Experience handling powder raw materials and weighing quantities for manufacture.