Factory Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Main purpose of job:
Innovate Recycle, based in Northamptonshire, England has developed a unique and environmentally sustainable process to extract high-quality substances from waste carpet that can be used to make a wide range of new products. We will be able to recycle all types of carpet currently on the UK market and create long-term jobs. We are looking to recruit a number of Factory Operators to join our team for the exciting initial phase of our recycling operations. If you share your passion for recycling and improving the world around us then please take the opportunity to read through the below job description. Please forward an up to date CV and covering letter if this sounds like you. There is a great opportunity to grow within the business.
Ensure the safe and effective operation of the recycling process. Including machine operation, material inspection, loading of bailed material and removal of finished product.
Key tasks:
1. Safe and efficient operation of the recycling machine in line with company procedures and product requirements
2. Loading of the carpet into the recycling machine and removal of finished product
3. Identify and record non-conformance, defects and production failures
4. Maintaining a clean and tidy working area
5. Working between the recycling line and the carpet sorting segregating department
Key results/objectives:
1. Machine run-time
2. Material produced per shift
3. Completion of check forms and defect reporting
Training and experience:
· Full on-site training of the recycling machine will be given
· Full process knowledge (start to end product) will be trained
· Good written and verbal skills
· Positive attitude
· Health and Safety awareness
· 8hr morning shifts initially moving onto mornings and afternoon shifts
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northampton, NN5 7US: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Factory Operative roles across Innovate Recycle Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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