Manpower are currently recruiting for Production Operatives to work on a temporary to permanent basis on behalf of a local adhesives manufacturing client based in the Walton-Summit area of Preston.

Shift Pattern
Working 4 days on, 2 days off. (Initially training Monday to Friday day time only)
Rotating 06.00am until 14.00pm and 14.00pm until 22.00pm
Please note this shift pattern does contain weekend working

Starting salary of £28,554 PLUS an impressive shift allowance of £4,193.90 initially then rising to ££7,138.50 on completion of a successful probation period

PRIMARY DUTIES
Generally, performs, with supervision, entry level production tasks which include:

• Preparation of raw materials and packaging: identifying andamp; preparing the right quantities and transport them to the appropriate production area, reporting any deviation from normal, note start and finish of process.
• Operating Batch processing equipment in line with process instructions and procedures for bonding agent manufacture. Monitor''s equipment, keeping processes running at desired run rates.
• Weekend shift, primary responsibility to operate polymer reaction equipment in line with process instructions and procedures. Monitors equipment, keeping processes running at desired run rates.
• Complete the initial testing and release of products to ensure that there are no deviations to specifications.
• Check labels andamp; packaging material, ensure correct labeling following the existing rules and instructions.
• Packaging the final products in accordance with instructions and company quality standards.
• Carry out all operations in compliance with the expected Quality Standards and Operating procedures of the company and respecting all legal and company EHS-rules.
• Responsible for housekeeping in area of responsibility.
• Carry out any other duties requested from the Production Manager/Supervisor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Chemical manufacturing experience required.
• Knowledge of common software programs (MS office).
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production process, safety regulations and quality procedures and instructions.
• Availability to work shifts which includes weekend work.
• Work under minimal supervision during weekend shift work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in chemical industrial environment
• Understanding of basic English

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Required to stand for long periods of time.
• Walk and climb stairs.
• Use hands to remove or lift boxes, bags and drums.
• Stretch and reach with arms extended.
• Stoop and bend.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Temperature, dust, smell and noise are under normal chemical environment conditions.

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