Manpower is recruiting for Mechanical Production Operatives. Recent graduates in Mechanical/Engineering to gain experience in the battery or chemical industry, or individuals with operation experience in chemical/pharma or related industries would be ideal for this role. This is a 6-month temporary contract with the potential to go permanent for the right person.

Pay rates:

• £12.50 for days
• £15.00 for nights

Shift pattern:

• 4-day shifts, 4 days off, 4-night shift, - no changes to this shift pattern - Rotational shifts.

Duties include:

• Operation of the pilot plant equipment (training provided)
• Assembly and disassembly of plant equipment for either maintenance or troubleshooting (training provided)
• Monitoring of production processes and fault diagnosis
• Handling and preparations of raw materials and products
• Ensuring high quality standards are maintained throughout
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations and guidance as well as promoting a safe culture
• Acting as members of site Emergency Response Team.
• Keeping high standards of housekeeping

Criteria:

• Eligible to work in the UK
• Minimum NVQ/BTEC qualification in a mechanical or scientific field is preferable but not essential
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Experience following Standard Operating Procedures
• Comfortable working with tools (Assembly and disassembly of plant equipment)
• Able to perform manual handling tasks lifting the HSE specified whilst wearing a respirator
• Flexibility to work shifts and support the production activities through overtime (always agreed, never imposed)
• Understanding of hazards associated with chemical reactions, pressure, temperature, gases, powders, solvents and hazardous materials handling in general
• Good communication skills
• PC literate
• First aid trained (will be provided)
• Forklift licence would be desirable, but not essential as training will be provided

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a friendly, environmentally conscious team, so please apply today and one of our representatives will be in touch shortly.

Please apply today