Job Purpose
To support the efficient operation of the logistics and recycling process by preparing scrap plastic materials for granulation, maintaining a clean and safe working environment, and assisting with waste management and recycling activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Plastic Preparation
- Cut and prepare scrap plastic materials ready for granulation
- Ensure materials are sorted and handled correctly prior to processing
- Granulation Support
- Assist in the handling and movement of materials to and from the granulator
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation around the granulation area
- Baling Operations
- Operate cardboard balers safely and efficiently
- Operate polythene balers to process recyclable waste
- Ensure bales are secure and stored correctly
- Housekeeping
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping within and around the granulator area
- Keep internal and external work areas clean, tidy, and hazard-free
- Ensure pallets are stacked, sorted, and prepared for recycling
- Health & Safety
- Follow all company health and safety procedures
- Report hazards, near misses, or incidents promptly
- Use PPE as required at all times
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in logistics, manufacturing, or recycling (desirable but not essential)
- Previous experience in using a bandsaw
- Physically capable of manual handling tasks
- Good awareness of health and safety practices
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good time management skills and ability to manage workload effectively
Key Attributes
- Team player with a proactive attitude
- Able to work alone and use initiative when required
- Strong organisational and housekeeping standards
- Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
Working Hours & Pay
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
- Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week
- Pay Rate: £13.24 per hour
Working Conditions
- Warehouse and production environment
- Manual handling and physical work required
- Exposure to machinery and noise (PPE provided)
Benefits
· 32 days holiday per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays
· Paid breaks.
· Company pension scheme.
· Onsite Parking
· Canteen Facilities
· Long Service Awards - Extra day annual leave up to a maximum of 3 after qualifying period
· 1-day additional annual leave for 0 absence 1st Jan to 31st Dec after qualifying period.
Established in 1994, Plas-Tech specialise in the thermoforming process, often referred to as vacuum forming. We stay up to date with the latest technology and believe our technical and manufacturing capabilities are unrivalled.
Plas-Tech operates from a two-factory facility in East Yorkshire, working in partnership with leading organizations across many market sectors. Our engineered thermoformed plastic components are manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring we continually satisfy our customers’ requirements.
Pay: £13.24 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Brandesburton YO25 8EJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Bandsaw Operation : 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- Must have a good standard of verbal and written English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
