Extruder / Forklift Operative

Extruder / Forklift Operative

Eastleigh £13.36 per hour 4 on 4 off

Manpower are currently recruiting for a Plastic Extruder / Forklift Operative on behalf of a growing manufacturer based in Eastleigh.

Due to continued growth and increased production demand, our client is expanding their team and looking to develop a reliable and motivated individual into a skilled extrusion operator, with additional responsibilities supporting yard and material movement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative and forward-thinking business within the sustainable plastics sector, offering long-term career progression, full training, and excellent work-life balance through a structured shift pattern.

The Role

This is a dual-role position combining machine operation and forklift duties within a busy production and yard environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating and monitoring plastic extrusion machinery
• Must be forward-thinking and a quick problem solver
• Ensuring products meet strict quality standards
• Moving materials safely across site using a forklift truck
• Driving between local sites to collect and transport materials
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Supporting production output and general yard duties
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised working environment
• Adhering to all health & safety procedures

Working Hours & Pay

• Initial training: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00
• Once trained: 4 on 4 off shift pattern (day shifts)
• Typical shift hours: 06:00 - 16:00 (30-minute break)
• Hourly rate: £13.36 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Temp to perm opportunity after 13 successful weeks
• Work approximately 8.5 months of the year while being paid for a full 12 months
• Christmas shutdown
• £430 annual bonus voucher

Ideal Candidate

• Valid forklift licence (in-house licences accepted)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Mechanically minded with an interest in machinery and manufacturing
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Comfortable working with numbers and measurements
• Good communication skills
• Reliable, proactive, and able to manage workload effectively
• Previous experience in a warehouse, yard, or production environment preferred
• Keen to build a long-term career within extrusion or manufacturing

Benefits

• On-site parking
• Full training and development into a skilled extrusion operator
• Opportunity for progression within a growing, sustainable manufacturing business
• Excellent work-life balance with extended time off across the year

If you are interested, please apply.