Production Operative
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,127 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Newhey, North West, OL16 5NU |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Meridian Business Support |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 57972279 |
Summary
Production Operative – Ink & Chemical Manufacturing | Rochdale | £12.21/hr
Are you an experienced Production Operative looking for a hands-on role in chemical manufacturing or ink production? Join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale, producing high-quality ink and chemical products, carrying out quality control, and supporting warehouse and production operations.
Hours: Mon–Thurs 7:00–15:30 | Fri 7:00–13:30
Contract: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Produce multiple ink and chemical batches each day to meet production targets
- Perform basic quality control (QC) tests – % solids, grind, solvent checks
- Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and warehouse order picking
- Maintain clean, safe production areas following Health & Safety procedures
- Support colleagues and senior staff on ad hoc production projects
Skills & Experience
- Experience in ink production, chemical mixing, or manufacturing preferred
- Previous production operative or manufacturing experience essential
- Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and able to multitask
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations in a manufacturing environment
Why Join Our Client?
- Permanent production operative role in a growing ink and chemical manufacturing company
- Competitive pay (£12.21/hr) with early Friday finish (1:30 pm)
- Gain hands-on experience across all production areas
- Work in a supportive, team-focused manufacturing environment
Apply now to secure your role in ink production, chemical manufacturing, and production operations in Rochdale!
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Are you an experienced Production Operative looking for a hands-on role in chemical manufacturing or ink production? Join a busy manufacturing team in Rochdale, producing high-quality ink and chemical products, carrying out quality control, and supporting warehouse and production operations.
Hours: Mon–Thurs 7:00–15:30 | Fri 7:00–13:30
Contract: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Produce multiple ink and chemical batches each day to meet production targets
- Perform basic quality control (QC) tests – % solids, grind, solvent checks
- Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and warehouse order picking
- Maintain clean, safe production areas following Health & Safety procedures
- Support colleagues and senior staff on ad hoc production projects
Skills & Experience
- Experience in ink production, chemical mixing, or manufacturing preferred
- Previous production operative or manufacturing experience essential
- Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and able to multitask
- Knowledge of health & safety regulations in a manufacturing environment
Why Join Our Client?
- Permanent production operative role in a growing ink and chemical manufacturing company
- Competitive pay (£12.21/hr) with early Friday finish (1:30 pm)
- Gain hands-on experience across all production areas
- Work in a supportive, team-focused manufacturing environment
Apply now to secure your role in ink production, chemical manufacturing, and production operations in Rochdale!
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
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