Talent STEM are recruiting on behalf of a well-established industrial business within the recycling and materials processing sector. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis.
This is a hands-on role in a busy industrial environment involving yard duties, material handling, machinery operation and forklift truck work. Applicants must hold a valid Counterbalance FLT licence.
Key Responsibilities
General yard and processing duties
Material handling, sorting and preparation
Operating machinery and equipment following training
Using hand and power tools safely
Counterbalance FLT operation
Loading and unloading vehicles
Maintaining high housekeeping and safety standards
Supporting wider site operations as required
Requirements
Previous experience within a recycling, yard, manufacturing or industrial environment
Valid Counterbalance FLT licence (essential)
Experience operating machinery and/or industrial tools
Good level of physical fitness
Flexible approach to working hours and duties
Strong commitment to health and safety
Hours
The role combines standard Monday–Friday daytime hours with planned 12-hour day and night shifts during certain weeks. Shift schedules are provided in advance.
What's on Offer?
Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
Full training and development
Stable, growing business
Supportive team environment
Overtime and shift allowances to enhance earningsApplicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and be willing to undergo pre-employment screening.
If you are motivated, reliable, and interested in developing your skills within an industrial environment, this opportunity is for you. Apply today for consideration
Salary description
£12.80 - £13.00 per hour