Material Handler - Day Shift
Job in
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, SY7, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-19
Listing for:
Adecco
Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position Listed on 2026-05-19
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Forklift Operator, Manufacturing Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Join Our Team as a Material Handler!
Are you ready to take on an exciting role in the life sciences industry? We're looking for a dedicated Material Handler to join our dynamic team in Benton Lane! If you have a passion for precision, an eye for detail, and a commitment to quality, we want to hear from you!
Position Details:
Contract Type:
Temporary
Contract Length: 12 months
Hourly Rate: £16.15
Working Pattern:
Full Time
Shift
Schedule:
4 days on, 4 days off (including weekends)
Shift
Hours:
06:00 - 18:00
About the Role:
As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production processes. Your responsibilities will include:
Receiving, inspecting, and verifying incoming raw materials against documentation.
Labeling, storing, and organizing materials according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Issuing raw materials to production based on work orders and batch records.
Maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting cycle counts.
Ensuring compliance with GMP, EHS, and safety standards.
Operating material handling equipment (pallet jacks, forklifts) if certified.
Keeping raw material storage areas clean and organized.
Identifying and reporting damaged or expired materials.
Supporting audits and inspections as needed.
Following FIFO/FEFO inventory practices.
What We're Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you should have:
Previous experience in material handling, warehousing, or manufacturing is preferred.
Knowledge of GMP or regulated environments is a plus.
Forklift or pallet jack certification is preferred, or a willingness to obtain one.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to follow SOPs and work instructions.
A team-oriented mindset with good communication skills.
Physical capability to lift and move materials (typically up to 40-50 lbs).
Basic computer and documentation skills.
If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in the life sciences field and contribute to the success of our operations, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Material Handler!
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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