Material Operative

Closing Date for Application:

Saturday 20/06/2026

Polypipe Building Products are focused on delivering solutions to the residential sector. Polypipe Building Products works with national and local developers, plumbing and heating engineers, general builders and ground workers to deliver above and below ground drainage systems, rainwater solutions as well as hot and cold plastic plumbing products.

Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.

Role:
The Material Handler is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to support continuous moulding operations.

This role ensures correct material supply to machines and to uphold housekeeping and health & safety standards within the factory.

Key Responsibilities:

Supply moulding machines with the correct materials according to production schedules and work instructions

Remove finished products, scrap, and regrind from moulding areas as required

Refill dryers, hoppers, and material feed systems safely and correctly

Work in accordance with all SSW’s and maintain a clean and tidy work environment

Develop own knowledge of materials and the differences between them Comply with all Health & Safety requirements

Operate material handling equipment such as FLT, PPT and OHCPositive work ethic and excellent timekeeping

Skills & Experience:

Good knowledge of all materials used and how they require processing

Understand the material conveyance system and its controls.

Set up with required material

Knowledge of Health and Safety and Environmental standards for self and others in line with training

Working Hours & Benefits:

Monday to Friday on rotational shift, 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, 10pm - 6amSave as you earn Sharesave Scheme Cycle to work scheme

Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%
Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services

Staff discount on all Genuit Group products

Free on-site parking

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.
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