Process Operator with Counterbalance FLT

  • Manpower UK Ltd
  • Darlington, County Durham
  • Mar 17, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Process Operator / FLT Operative - Powder Coatings
Location: Darlington
Pay Rate: 14.32 per hour (rising to 17.90 after 12 weeks)
Weekend Rates: Saturday 21.48 Sunday 28.64
Hours: Weekly rotating shifts - 6:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-10:00pm
Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment with long-term potential



The Role
We are recruiting a Process Operator to join a well-established powder coatings manufacturer in Darlington. This is a production-based role supporting mixing, extrusion, milling, and blending processes, with additional responsibility for material movement around site.
A counterbalance FLT licence is highly desirable but not essential. Candidates must be willing to complete in-house FLT training.



Key Responsibilities

  • Operate production equipment in line with SOPs and batch sheets
  • Accurately weigh and prepare raw materials
  • Support mixing, extrusion, milling, and blending processes
  • Transport raw materials and finished products across site
  • Maintain health, safety, and housekeeping standards
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, QC, and warehouse teams



About You

  • Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred
  • FLT counterbalance licence desirable but not essential
  • Willingness to undergo in-house FLT training
  • Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-focused
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate with pay increase after 12 weeks
  • Premium weekend rates
  • Long-term opportunity with a reputable local employer
  • Full training provided


Process Operator / FLT Operative - Powder Coatings
Location: Darlington
Pay Rate: 14.32 per hour (rising to 17.90 after 12 weeks)
Weekend Rates: Saturday 21.48 Sunday 28.64
Hours: Weekly rotating shifts - 6:00am-2:00pm / 2:00pm-10:00pm
Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment with long-term potential



The Role
We are recruiting a Process Operator to join a well-established powder coatings manufacturer in Darlington. This is a production-based role supporting mixing, extrusion, milling, and blending processes, with additional responsibility for material movement around site.
A counterbalance FLT licence is highly desirable but not essential. Candidates must be willing to complete in-house FLT training.



Key Responsibilities

  • Operate production equipment in line with SOPs and batch sheets
  • Accurately weigh and prepare raw materials
  • Support mixing, extrusion, milling, and blending processes
  • Transport raw materials and finished products across site
  • Maintain health, safety, and housekeeping standards
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, QC, and warehouse teams



About You

  • Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred
  • FLT counterbalance licence desirable but not essential
  • Willingness to undergo in-house FLT training
  • Reliable, safety-conscious, and detail-focused
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment



What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate with pay increase after 12 weeks
  • Premium weekend rates
  • Long-term opportunity with a reputable local employer
  • Full training provided