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A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a Recycling Production Operative to start immediately to join their recycling team. The company is based in outer Medway/ Maidstone.
Ideally you will have an externally accredited B1 counterbalance licence, however this is not essential and you will be available immediately.
Duties will include:
- Manual handling, sorting waste products from mixed wood based products and removing contaminated waste before it is processed.
- Forklift driving
- Machine operation, using the bailing machine and general housekeeping duties, sweeping and cleaning.
- No heavy lifting is involved however due to the process recycling involved on site, the environment can be dirty and dusty.
The hours of work are on a two weekly rota basis, with an hourly pay rate of 13.50
- Week 1 - 06:00 to 15:30, Monday to Friday. 06:00 - 12:00, Saturday.
- Week 2 - 09:30 to 19:00, Monday to Friday, Saturday off.
Saturday mornings from 06:00 to 12:00 midday are paid at an enhanced rate of time and a half, 20.25 per hour.
All hours worked above your shift are also paid at time and a half and overtime is available. There is also overtime available Monday to Friday if you work above your shifted hours.
This is a temporary position however there may be an opportunity for permanent employment for the right candidate after a qualifying period. The company offers excellent career prospects and benefits when permanently employed.
