Production Operative

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The Darent Wax Company is a privately-owned, Kent-based manufacturer, established in 1984, specialising in wax-based products. We serve a truly global market across a wide range of industries. We are looking for dedicated, reliable, and adaptable Production Operatives to join our team on a permanent basis.

This is a hands-on, responsible role that goes beyond simply producing finished goods. You will need to be physically fit, practical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

(including, but not limited to):

  • Operating production line equipment and general factory machinery
  • Manual handling and heavy lifting
  • Loading mixing tanks and blending wax formulations
  • Supporting daily and weekly production plans in collaboration with supervisors and schedulers
  • Accurately labelling finished goods with batch and product information
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment, including daily clear-downs
  • Carrying out in-process quality checks
  • Safely operating equipment such as naked flame burners and heat guns
  • Providing real-time progress updates to the Production Supervisor
  • Performing machine start-up and shut-down procedures
  • Assisting with routine cleaning and basic machinery maintenance
  • General housekeeping and ad hoc duties, including occasional flexibility in working hours

Person Specification

This role would suit an individual with a strong work ethic, self-motivation, and a flexible approach to work. You should be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Please note, this is a physically demanding position, requiring regular lifting, loading, and standing for extended periods.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply today to join our growing team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,700.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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