Labourer, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Material Handler

• Temporary position with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate.
• Competitive pay rate of £13.00 per hour.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x after 39 hours worked.
• Sunday working paid at double time.
• Monday to Friday working pattern – enjoy your weekends.
• Day shift:
• Monday to Thursday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
• Friday: 10:00am – 5:00pm
• Opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business with a supportive team environment.
• Location:
  
  Jarrow

Westray Recruitment Group is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well‑established North East manufacturing business. Our client is a recognised leader within their industry, supplying high‑quality engineered products to customers across a range of sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a Labourer/FLT Operative to join their Production Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience who is looking to join a busy production environment offering long‑term career prospects.

As a Labourer/FLT Operative within the Production Department, you will play a key role in supporting the production process and ensuring products are prepared, handled and dispatched safely and efficiently.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting with the preparation and movement of products through the coating process.
• Loading, unloading and transporting materials using a Fork Lift Truck.
• Packing finished products to the required standard, ensuring they are protected for storage and transportation.
• Preparing customer orders for dispatch, including checking quantities, labelling and ensuring accuracy.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Supporting colleagues across the production team to meet operational requirements.
• Following all health & safety procedures and maintaining high quality standards at all times.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• A valid FLT licence (essential) – inhouse and expired are also accepted
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to a busy production environment.
• A strong awareness of health and safety within an industrial setting.