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Temporary

Kiln Operative

Adecco
Stoke-on-Trent
money-bag £12.71 - £14.23/hour
Posted: 28 July 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 27 August 2026
Ref: 225422684

Kiln Operative

Location: ST4

Working Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm

Rate of pay: Up to -14.23ph for experienced workers

Contract type: Temporary for up to 6 - 8 weeks

Adecco are looking for experienced Kiln Operatives to support our clients busy team based in ST4. This is a temporary position for an expected 6 - 8 weeks, starting ASAP.

As a Kiln Operative, you will play a vital role in the production process, ensuring products are safely loaded, fired, unloaded, and inspected to the highest quality standards. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will support kiln operations while maintaining excellent standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.


Key Responsibilities may include:
  • Load and unload ware into kiln cars/racking safely and efficiently.
  • Operate kilns in accordance with production schedules and operating procedures.
  • Monitor firing cycles and report any faults or abnormalities.
  • Inspect products before and after firing for quality issues and defects.
  • Handle ware carefully to minimise breakages and waste.
  • Maintain accurate production records where required.
  • Carry out routine housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
  • Follow all health and safety procedures, including manual handling guidelines.
  • Work closely with colleagues across production departments to meet manufacturing targets.
  • Support continuous improvement activities within the kiln department.

If this is of interest to you, please apply with your most up to date CV!

Why Adecco:
* Annual leave entitlement
* Perks at work - discount vouchers and points to spend
* Support program with 24/7 helpline
* Eye care vouchers
* Competitive pension scheme


Adecco 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.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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