Want to swap ordinary factory work for a role handling the material powering electric vehicles, batteries and the future?

Job Role: Production Operative

Location: Basingstoke
Salary: £27,000 + £170 monthly shift allowance
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–5:00pm | Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
Contract: Permanent
Overtime: Saturdays paid at double time

Work with the material powering the future

We’re recruiting for a specialist UK manufacturer specialising in high purity lithium chemicals used across electric vehicles, batteries, pharmaceuticals, glass, ceramics and other specialist industries.

Following major investment in its Basingstoke operation, the business is continuing to grow and is now looking for a reliable Production Operative to join the team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Packing lithium products in powder and liquid form
  • Handling chemical sacks, drums and containers
  • Using vacuum lifting equipment to move bags weighing up to 25kg
  • Operating sealing machinery and conveyors
  • Stacking and preparing finished products
  • Using a Counterbalance FLT to move materials
  • Completing production records accurately
  • Cleaning equipment and maintaining high housekeeping standards
  • Following strict safety, quality and operating procedures
  • Supporting plant operation, basic testing and chemical processes once trained

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous production, manufacturing, warehouse or factory experience
  • Counterbalance FLT licence
  • Good basic literacy and numeracy
  • Able to follow detailed procedures and safety instructions
  • Comfortable completing repetitive and physical work
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
  • High focus on health, safety and quality
  • Comfortable wearing PPE, including respiratory equipment where required

Previous chemical or lithium experience is not required, as full training will be provided.

What’s on Offer?:

  • £27,000 salary
  • £170 monthly shift allowance
  • Saturday overtime paid at double time
  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Vitality healthcare benefits
  • Death in service benefit
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Free parking and EV charging points
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • LinkedIn Learning and study support
  • Long service rewards
  • Full training and progression opportunities

Recruitment Process:

To apply, upload your CV or contact Charlotte Clamp on 0116 467 0800 or charlotte.clamp@your-recruiters.co.uk.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one stage, face to face interview and site tour with the production manager.

Successful applicants will then complete the required pre employment checks, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing and references.

Your Recruiters Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Every applicant receives a response, with feedback provided to those interviewed.

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If you are interested in this role, please register your interest via the form below and uploading your CV. All applicants will be responded to within 48 hours.

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    Charlotte Clamp

    Trainee Recruitment Consultant

    Charlotte joined Your Recruiters in August 2025 as part of our Apprenticeship Programme, combining on-the-job training with professional qualifications. She has always loved working with people and animals, spending two years at a busy kennels caring for up to 40 dogs each day and previously leading alpaca experiences and working in hospitality.

    Charlotte brings patience, energy and a genuine interest in others to her role. She is excited to grow in recruitment and build lasting relationships.

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    Want to swap ordinary factory work for a role handling the material powering electric vehicles, batteries and the future?

    Job Role: Production Operative

    Location: Basingstoke
    Salary: £27,000 + £170 monthly shift allowance
    Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am–5:00pm | Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm
    Contract: Permanent
    Overtime: Saturdays paid at double time

    Work with the material powering the future

    We’re recruiting for a specialist UK manufacturer specialising in high purity lithium chemicals used across electric vehicles, batteries, pharmaceuticals, glass, ceramics and other specialist industries.

    Following major investment in its Basingstoke operation, the business is continuing to grow and is now looking for a reliable Production Operative to join the team.

    What You’ll Be Doing:

    • Packing lithium products in powder and liquid form
    • Handling chemical sacks, drums and containers
    • Using vacuum lifting equipment to move bags weighing up to 25kg
    • Operating sealing machinery and conveyors
    • Stacking and preparing finished products
    • Using a Counterbalance FLT to move materials
    • Completing production records accurately
    • Cleaning equipment and maintaining high housekeeping standards
    • Following strict safety, quality and operating procedures
    • Supporting plant operation, basic testing and chemical processes once trained

    What We’re Looking For:

    • Previous production, manufacturing, warehouse or factory experience
    • Counterbalance FLT licence
    • Good basic literacy and numeracy
    • Able to follow detailed procedures and safety instructions
    • Comfortable completing repetitive and physical work
    • Reliable, punctual and able to work independently
    • High focus on health, safety and quality
    • Comfortable wearing PPE, including respiratory equipment where required

    Previous chemical or lithium experience is not required, as full training will be provided.

    What’s on Offer?:

    • £27,000 salary
    • £170 monthly shift allowance
    • Saturday overtime paid at double time
    • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
    • Vitality healthcare benefits
    • Death in service benefit
    • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
    • Free parking and EV charging points
    • Employee Assistance Programme
    • LinkedIn Learning and study support
    • Long service rewards
    • Full training and progression opportunities

    Recruitment Process:

    To apply, upload your CV or contact Charlotte Clamp on 0116 467 0800 or charlotte.clamp@your-recruiters.co.uk.

    Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a one stage, face to face interview and site tour with the production manager.

    Successful applicants will then complete the required pre employment checks, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing and references.

    Your Recruiters Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Every applicant receives a response, with feedback provided to those interviewed.

    This job is no longer accepting applications.
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    Meet Your Recruiter:

    Charlotte Clamp

    Trainee Recruitment Consultant

    Charlotte joined Your Recruiters in August 2025 as part of our Apprenticeship Programme, combining on-the-job training with professional qualifications. She has always loved working with people and animals, spending two years at a busy kennels caring for up to 40 dogs each day and previously leading alpaca experiences and working in hospitality.

    Charlotte brings patience, energy and a genuine interest in others to her role. She is excited to grow in recruitment and build lasting relationships.

    Apply for this Job:

    If you are interested in this role, please register your interest via the form below and uploading your CV. All applicants will be responded to within 48 hours.

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