Production Support Operators

Manpower UK is seeking Production Support Operators to join a leading coatings manufacturer in Gateshead. This temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate of £13.62 to £14.62, plus a shift allowance. Based at the Felling site, you will work rotating day and night shifts, including weekends.

Day shifts run Monday to Thursday with an early or late pattern, and Friday with a morning or afternoon finish. Night shifts operate Sunday through Friday.

Your responsibilities will involve supporting production lines, handling materials, and ensuring efficient workflow within a manufacturing environment. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

This position provides a steady income and the chance to develop skills within an established global brand.

Company:
Akzo Nobel, headquartered in Amsterdam, operates in over 150 countries and employs around 35,000 people worldwide. We specialise in decorative paints and performance coatings, with iconic brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, and International. Committed to sustainability and innovation through our Planet Possible strategy, we’re shaping a greener future while protecting and beautifying surfaces across the globe.

Production Support Operator

Felling

• Days:
  Monday–Thursday: 6am–2pm or 2pm–10pm
• Friday: 6am–12pm or 2pm–6pm
• Nights:
  Sunday: 12midnight–6am
• Monday–Friday: 10pm–6am (Friday finish)

Day Rate: £12.71 per hour + £98.85 weekly shift allowance

Night Rate: £12.71 per hour + £197.72 weekly shift allowance

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our highly flexible and skilled team at an international manufacturing plant in Felling. As a Production Support Operator, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing team has all the materials needed to achieve production performance targets. You’ll follow standard operating procedures and use continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance in Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and quality.

• Take responsibility for your work, your safety, and the safety of your colleagues.
• Follow HSE rules and procedures for all tasks.
• Maintain product quality throughout the manufacturing process.
• Operate within systems and procedures safely, using escalation processes effectively.
• Drive FLTs to load and unload vehicles.
• Continuously challenge and improve personal performance.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business and its operations.

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Accessible via public transport
• On‑site parking and facilities
• Pension scheme

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and help us shape the future of paints and coatings!