General Operative - Recycling (part shift work)

Production Operative (Shift) – Temporary to Permanent

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.

• 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

• 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

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.

• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
• Full training and development
• Stable, growing business
• Supportive team environment
• Overtime and shift allowances to enhance earnings

Applicants 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.