Location: Colchester
Department: Warehouse
Reporting to: Warehousing Manager
Hours: 8:30-4:30pm Monday-Friday - 1hr break 37.5 hrs per week
Pay: £12.82ph +Holiday, Pension and Adecco Benefits
Temporary to Permanent
Overview
We are seeking a Production Operative to join our Warehouse team in Colchester. This is a hands-on role involving the decanting, repacking, weighing and blending of materials in a production environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring products are handled accurately, safely and in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), quality standards and health and safety procedures. A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Production Duties
Decant and repack raw materials into designated containers.
Accurately weigh, measure, mix and blend liquid and powder raw materials in accordance with formulations and procedures.
Produce blended materials approved formulas and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Decant finished blends and compounds into specified containers and packaging.
Ensure production activities are completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.Quality & Compliance
Correctly label all materials, containers, tanks, and buckets, including incomplete compounds.
Complete all production documentation accurately and clearly.
Prepare and submit samples to Quality Control when required.
Adhere to company quality procedures and standards.
Follow COSHH guidelines and safe chemical handling practices.Essential Requirements
Qualifications
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence (Essential).Skills & Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good literacy and numeracy skills.
Good communication skills.
Knowledge of safe manual handling practices.
Basic understanding of quality standards and manufacturing processes.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Reliable, organised and safety-conscious approach to work.Why Work for Adecco?
Weekly pay
Candidate of the Month incentives
Boost Rewards Scheme - earn points and access retail discounts
Access to support programmes
Eye care vouchers
Competitive pension schemeAdecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Salary description
£12.82 - £12.82 per hour