Filling Operative (Days & Noons)

Location: Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent
Position: Permanent

Shift Pattern: Rotating 2-week shifts:

• AM Shift: Mon – Thurs 6:00am – 2:00pm, Fri 6:00am – 1:00pm

• PM Shift: Mon – Thurs 2:00pm – 10:00pm, Fri 1:00pm – 8:00pm

Salary:

• AM shift: £14.30 per hour

• PM shift: £14.90 per hour

• Average annual salary: ~£29,600

Role Overview

Join our manufacturing filling department, where your responsibilities will include:

• Operating automated and semi-automated filling machinery

• Setting up machines and completing product changeovers

• Running container washing equipment and filling lines

• Manufacturing lubricants using process control systems (Siemens and SAP)

• Operating counterbalance forklift trucks

• Collecting samples for the Quality Control (QC) team

• Carrying out daily housekeeping checks

• Ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and quality standards

What We’re Looking For

✅ A flexible, reliable approach — willingness to work a rotating 2-shift system and overtime when needed
✅ Experience in production, machine operation, or manufacturing (preferred but not essential)
✅ Counterbalance forklift truck experience (an in-date external licence is advantageous)
✅ A strong team player with good communication skills
✅ An extensive and solid work history, clearly detailed in your CV

Benefits

✨ Competitive salary
✨ Above statutory holiday entitlement
✨ Annual bonus schemes
✨ Pension scheme
✨ Free on-site parking
✨ Free workwear and PPE
✨ Free eye test voucher
✨ Employee assistance program
✨ Discounted private medical cover

We are looking for candidates with a proven, stable employment history — please ensure this is clearly outlined in your CV when applying.

Ready to join a supportive team with excellent benefits and opportunities for growth? Apply now!