Production Operative Tonbridge £22,400 - £26,500pa Monday - Friday 7.30 am - 4.30 pm KHR are pleased to be partnered with a leading manufacturer with an excellent reputation for high-quality goods, who is recruiting a Production Operative to join their team on a temp-to-permanent contract. This role focuses on setting up and using machines for daily production runs as well as loading and unloading raw or blended materials into machines for batch production, plus all the other standard duties. Responsibilities of the Production Operative will include; - Prepare, set up, and operate machinery (training provided) - Load, unload, weigh, and record materials accurately according to filling records - Monitor machine performance and carry out quality checks during production - Fill, label, and pack products (tubes, jars, bottles, containers) as per procedures - Maintain accurate records for traceability, including GR and batch numbers - Clean and sanitise equipment after each run to prevent contamination - Move, transport, and store materials and finished goods using mechanical aids - Pick stock from the warehouse and assist with stock checks/annual stocktake - Maintain a clean, safe working environment and comply with PPE requirements - Provide support in packing and other production tasks when required Candidate Profile - Similar experience in a production role - Understanding of, or interest in, machines, including setting, running and troubleshooting - Physically fit due to heavy lifting - Be organised and efficient - Be a good team player with the ability to work alone when required Benefits - Company Bonus Scheme - Employee Healthcare Plan (Medicash) - 24 days paid holiday (plus all public holidays) - Employer Contribution Pension Scheme