Production Operative

Job Title: Production Operative
Summary: Hands-on production role manufacturing paste and powder products to set formulations for customer orders and stock, where accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm (24 hours initially increasing to 40 hours)

Pay: £13-13.75 per hour

Location: Crewe

Key Responsibilities

Accurately weigh and measure ingredients to specified formulations/tolerances

Prepare, mix and blend powder mixes and paste formulations in line with work instructions

Follow batch records, production schedules and SOPs to ensure consistent output

Monitor quality during production and report any deviations or issues promptly

Complete production paperwork accurately (e.g., batch sheets, checks, traceability records)

Maintain a clean, organised work area to required hygiene and Health & Safety standards

Handle materials safely and use equipment correctly, reporting defects/faults

Work independently to meet daily targets and deadlines while maintaining accuracy

Support continuous improvement by suggesting better ways of working where appropriate

Person Specification (About You)

Essential

Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment (mixing preferred)

Confident weighing ingredients and following recipes, formulas, or batch instructions

Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach

Reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance

Able to work independently and take ownership of workload

Organised, proactive, and comfortable with repetitive tasks

Desirable

Health & Safety training/qualification

Experience in food, pharmaceutical, chemical, feed, supplement, or similar manufacturing

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