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Chemical Manufacturing Operative

People Solutions Group Limited
Wigan Contract GBP 25,837 – 25,837
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CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING OPERATIVE – WIGAN

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Chemical Manufacturing Operative to join our well-established client based in Wigan.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering stable working hours, ongoing training, and long-term opportunities within a specialist chemical manufacturing environment.

This role would suit candidates with previous experience as a Chemical Operative, Production Operative, Process Operative, Mixing Operative or Manufacturing Operative.

Shifts

  • Monday to Friday

  • 06:00 – 15:00
Rates of Pay
  • £13.25 per hour
Benefits

As a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, you will receive:

  • Opportunity for growth and career development

  • Full training and ongoing support

  • Dynamic and supportive team environment

  • Free onsite parking

  • Paid breaks

  • Overtime available
Day-to-Day Duties

As a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, your duties will include:

  • Mixing chemicals within IBCs in line with company procedures

  • Reading, understanding, and following detailed work instructions accurately

  • Monitoring and inspecting chemical mixes throughout the process to ensure quality standards are maintained

  • Understanding and working with pH levels and viscosity requirements

  • Pumping mixes from IBCs into holding tanks safely and efficiently

  • Thoroughly cleaning down equipment and production lines between mixes

  • Wearing all required PPE including full suits and respirators where necessary

  • Using Counterbalance/Flexi trucks daily to move chemicals and completed mixes

  • Following all COSHH, Health & Safety, and site procedures at all times
Essential Skills

To be successful as a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, you will need:

  • Previous experience mixing chemicals within a manufacturing or production environment

  • Experience following detailed work instructions and formulas accurately

  • Good understanding of COSHH regulations, pH levels, and viscosity

  • Understanding of line cleaning and contamination prevention between mixes

  • An in-date Counterbalance licence

  • Knowledge of warning labels and general chemical safety procedures

  • Strong attention to detail and safety awareness
Desirable Experience
  • Flexi licence preferred but not essential

  • Availability for an immediate start would be advantageous
Training Provided
  • Full company policy and procedure training provided

  • Ongoing support and development throughout your assignment
Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity as a Chemical Manufacturing Operative, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

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