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Production Operative - DBS Required

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ 12.71 - 13.21 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

Production Operative

Location: Newcastle, UK
 Contract: Permanent
 Reports to: Production Supervisor / Shift Lead
 Checks: DBS will be required prior to start

About the Role

We're looking for a reliable, safety‑minded Production Operative to join a busy manufacturing team producing industrial adhesives and related products. You'll operate mixing, filling, and packaging equipment, carry out in‑process quality checks, and help keep production running smoothly and safely to meet daily output targets.

You will work Monday to Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 9am - 4pm. 20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays. Free Parking. Pension contributions after 3 months qualification period.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Equipment
Operate mixers, reactors, dispensers, and filling/packaging lines (manual and semi‑automatic).
Accurately weigh and batch raw materials following work instructions and batch records.
Set up, clean, and change over equipment to standard within target times.
Quality & Compliance
Perform in‑process checks (viscosity, appearance, weight, labels, seals) and record results.
Follow SOPs, GMP, and site quality policies; escalate non‑conformances promptly.
Complete batch documentation and traceability records to an audit‑ready standard.
Safety & Housekeeping
Handle chemicals safely (including PPE, COSHH awareness, spill procedures).
Maintain a clean, orderly work area (5S) and contribute to safe systems of work.
Report hazards, incidents, and near‑misses; participate in toolbox talks.
Continuous Improvement
Identify inefficiencies and support Kaizen activities and OEE improvements.
Assist maintenance with basic checks and first‑line fault finding.
Teamwork & Communication
Work effectively with production, quality, and warehouse teams.
Support training of colleagues and cover adjacent tasks when needed.
 If you're looking for a permanent role and want to be a part of something special, then apply today! 

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