Northampton
Manufacturing
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
17/06/2025
08/07/2025
Production Operative
Location: Northampton (NN4)
Salary: £14.43 per hour
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 1:30pm - 12:00am
Impact Recruitment are currently working in partnership with a leading manufacturer to recruit a Production Operative. This is a hands-on role responsible for the accurate preparation, mixing, and handling of chemical batches in accordance with strict safety protocols, production schedules, and quality standards. The successful candidate will play a vital part in achieving daily production targets and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
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Accurately weigh, measure, and mix chemical ingredients in accordance with batch manufacturing instructions and production plans.
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Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
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Support the safe offloading of tankers, including those carrying hazardous or flammable substances.
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Maintain accurate stock control records and participate in routine stock takes.
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Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and organisation in all work areas.
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Operate within all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) guidelines and company policies.
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Conduct regular audits, including tank level readings and batch testing.
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Carry out in-process quality checks and report any non-conformances to the Quality Assurance team.
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Complete and maintain accurate batch documentation and inventory records, including data entry into the stock control system.
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Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve issues and ensure product integrity.
Requirements:
Essential:
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Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, ideally with chemical products.
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Strong awareness of health, safety, and quality standards in a process-driven setting.
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Competent in reading and following detailed instructions with good numeracy and literacy skills.
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Basic IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Desirable:
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Experience working in a COMAH-regulated environment.
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Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems.
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Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
Impact Recruitment are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client.