Production Operator in North Shields

Production Operator in North Shields

North Shields Full-Time On-site
Matrix Adhesives Group

Founded in 2021, Matrix Adhesives Group is a growth-driven company committed to delivering high-performance bonding and sealing solutions across diverse industries. We bring together some of the most trusted and innovative brands in the adhesives and sealants market - each with a proven legacy of quality, performance, and reliability.

Our portfolio includes industry-leading names–each contributing unique expertise and capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Through our brands, we offer a comprehensive range of products engineered for construction, industrial, commercial, and specialty applications.

At the core of our business is a relentless focus on operational excellence, customer partnership, and cutting-edge research and development. We don’t just supply adhesives. We help build stronger, safer, and more efficient systems for the future.

Matrix Adhesives Group is more than a supplier. We are your collaborative partner backed by a powerhouse of leading brands - committed to performance, innovation, and long-term value.

At IPS Adhesives, our Factory Operators play a vital role in delivering high-quality adhesive products to customers around the world. As part of a collaborative production team, you will be involved in the full manufacturing process, from preparing materials and operating production equipment through final packaging.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to develop valuable production, quality, and equipment-operating skills while contributing directly to our operational success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a Factory Operator, you will:

  • Safely carry out production activities in line with company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards.
  • Assess tasks for potential risks and follow appropriate control measures.
  • Prepare and stage raw materials ready for production.
  • Operate manufacturing equipment, including high-speed dispersers and other production machinery.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to specification.
  • Perform basic quality control testing using established procedures.
  • Complete product finishing activities, including labelling, packaging, and preparing goods for dispatch.
  • Store raw materials and finished products within warehouse and yard areas.
  • Operate forklift trucks and other material handling equipment (training provided where applicable).
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and equipment cleanliness.
  • Identify and report safety, quality, operational, or maintenance concerns promptly.
  • Contribute to meeting key business objectives, including:
  • Customer satisfaction and complaint reduction
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the IPS and local standards, including meeting quality, productivity and safety standards.

Education and Experience Requirements

  • The ability to work quickly and methodically
  • Good team working skills
  • The ability to follow instructions
  • An awareness of environment, health and safety issues
  • A willingness to work flexibly
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal customers
  • Good computer skills (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out batch processing to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

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Matrix Adhesives Group

Contact Details:

Matrix Adhesives Group Recruitment Team