Full Job Description Job Title: Production Operative Location: Basingstoke Salary: £27,000 + £2,040 Shift Allowance (£29,040 Total) Shift pattern: Week 1 Early Mon Thurs 6 2 Fri 6 1, week 2 Late Mon Thurs 1-9 Fri 12-7pm Are you safety-conscious, hands-on, and looking to build your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Our client, a respected chemical manufacturing company based in Basingstoke, is looking for a reliable and hardworking Production Operative to support their daily chemical production activities. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, well-established company offering full training, long-term career development, and a supportive team culture. Key Responsibilities: Safely handle and process hazardous chemicals in line with strict safety protocols Carry out chemical reactions and manufacturing tasks as instructed Accurately measure and record raw material usage per production batch Perform basic in-process quality checks and testing Keep production areas and equipment clean and well-maintained Operate a Counterbalance Forklift Truck to move materials and finished products Package both powdered and liquid chemical products Monitor and run chemical plant machinery Conduct basic maintenance on production equipment Collaboration and Teamwork: Work closely with production, laboratory, engineering, and warehouse teams Contribute to a positive, team-focused working environment Problem Solving and Complexity: Apply basic chemical process knowledge ..... full job details .....