About Palatine Paints
With over 80 years of experience, Palatine Paints manufactures superior quality industrial and decorative paints, coatings, and chemicals. We pride ourselves on delivering expert advice, efficient service, and quality products to businesses and the public across the UK.
Job Overview
We are recruiting for a Production Operative to join our friendly manufacturing team. This is a full-time, permanent position with an immediate start. (Full training will be provided)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Salary: National Minimum Wage (depending on experience)
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a reliable and detail oriented Production Operative to join our manufacturing team. In this hands on role, you will be responsible for filling and labelling products, picking and packing customer orders, and assisting with paint and coatings manufacturing.
No prior experience in paint manufacturing is required, full training will be provided. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who follows safety guidelines, pays close attention to detail, and is eager to learn processes such as raw material preparation, colour tinting, and machinery operation. Please note this is a manual role.
Filling & Labelling
- Accurately decant finished products into appropriate containers
- Apply correct labelling to all finished goods in accordance with regulations
- Ensure packaging meets quality and safety standards
- Maintain precise records of batch numbers and product details
Picking & Packing
- Accurately identify products, picking and packing customer orders from the warehouse.
- Operating a tinting machine to prepare products according to customer specifications before packing.
- Measuring and dispensing colourants accurately and following tinting instructions.
Paint & Coatings Manufacturing
- Follow product formulas precisely to ensure customer specifications are met
- Gather, measure, and prepare raw materials for production batches
- Operate production machinery including mixers, dispensers, and lifting equipment
- Learn and execute multiple manufacturing processes as required
- Monitor production quality throughout the manufacturing cycle
Quality Control & Safety
- Perform quality assurance checks and product testing
- Handle hazardous materials safely, following all COSHH regulations
- Utilise provided PPE at all times and maintain strict safety protocols
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
- Report any equipment faults or safety concerns to the Operations Manager immediately
General Duties
- Operate forklift trucks (FLT license holders preferred)
- Monitor and report stock levels of raw materials and finished goods
- Clean and maintain machinery and production areas to a high standard
- Undertake manual handling tasks as required (this is a physical role)
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments
Essential Requirements
- Attention to detail – accuracy is critical in paint manufacturing
- Ability to follow written instructions and product formulas precisely
- Comfortable working with hazardous materials and chemicals
- Physical fitness for manual handling tasks
- Strong commitment to health and safety procedures
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
Please note: Duties and responsibilities may vary depending on business needs and priorities. Flexibility and adaptability are essential for this role
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment
- Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) license would be an advantage
- Experience in paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing
- Understanding of quality control processes
What We Offer
- Full training provided – no prior paint manufacturing experience necessary
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Opportunity to develop skills in a specialised manufacturing sector
- Stable, established company with over 80 years in business
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
