Production Operative

Warehouse & Packing Operative Location: Leith Salary: £32,000 per annum Shifts: Rotating early and back shifts, with nightshift one week in five: • Early: 6am to 2pm • Back: 2pm to 10pm • Night: 10pm to 6am Escape Recruitment is recruiting a Warehouse & Packing Operative on behalf of our client in Edinburgh. Following investment in modern automated packing equipment, they are expanding their multi-skilled operations team. Working within a production and warehouse environment operating 24 hours a day, five days a week, you will combine packing machine operation, order picking and counterbalance forklift duties. The role • Operate automated packing equipment, handling products upto 25kg. • Pick orders and load vehicles accurately and safely. • Operate a counterbalance forklift and other materials handling equipment (if you have a valid forklift licence). • Rotate stock and maintain accurate production and warehouse records. • Follow health and safety and product handling procedures. • Report equipment faults promptly to support maintenance and minimise downtime. • Maintain a clean working environment through a clean-as-you-go approach. • Work towards operational targets and contribute to continuous improvement. • Complete relevant training and support other duties within your capabilities. What we're looking for • Previous experience in production and/or warehousing. • A valid counterbalance forklift licence and experience operating a counterbalance forklift would be desirable but not required. • Experience operating high-speed packaging lines would be advantageous. • Good numeracy, literacy and communication skills. • A reliable, flexible team player with a willingness to learn. • The ability to undertake regular lifting of 12kg to 25kg and periods of standing lasting up to four hours. • Availability to work the rotating shift pattern, including nightshift one week in five. To apply, submit your CV to Escape Recruitment.