Production Operative with FLT
Reference Number: 435902
Job Published: 30/03/2026
Form of employment: Temporary
Salary: £13.99 - £13.99 Per hour
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Type: Full Time
Job Role: Manual Handler/Production Operative with FLT
Shifts: 14.00-22.00 and/or 22.00-06.00.
Pay rate: £13.99
Location: Leigh
Temporary - 12 weeks (possible extension)
Job Purpose: To support the day?to?day operation of the compounding and production unit by carrying out hands?on production duties, material handling, and FLT operations, ensuring output targets, quality standards, and health & safety requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and support compounding and production machinery in line with set processes and work instructions.
- Feed production lines with materials and monitor output to ensure quality and consistency.
- Carry out visual quality checks on finished product and identify/report defects or process issues.
- Assist with line changeovers, cleaning, and basic machine set?ups as required.
- Complete production records, batch sheets, and system entries accurately
- Operate FLT (Counterbalance essential) to move raw materials, pallets, and finished goods safely.
- Load and unload deliveries and ensure correct stock rotation.
- Supply production areas with the correct materials in line with production schedules.
- Work in line with all Health, Safety, and Environmental procedures at all times
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping within production and warehouse areas.
- Support team members and supervisors to meet daily production targets.
- Comply with quality standards and site procedures (ISO / internal standards where applicable)
Skills & Experience Required:
- Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, or compounding environment
- Hands?on production operative experience essential
- Valid FLT Counterbalance licence
- Ability to follow detailed instructions, recipes, and production schedules.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Good awareness of health & safety regulations
- Reliable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team.
- Willingness to work shifts where required.

