Job Description

Warehouse Operator

Location:

Fforestfach, Swansea

Times:

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, Currently Dayshift, moving to Morning / afternoon shift.

Timeframe:

Permanent

Company Overview

Smile Plastics is an inspiring, fast-moving global design and manufacturing house. We transform plastic waste materials into a core range of products made from 100% recycled, and recyclable plastics, that we sell to the worldwide architectural and interiors markets for furniture and fittings in residential and commercial spaces. Some of our clients include: Paul Smith, Christian Dior, Lush, Ted Baker, Ganni, National Trust, V&A Museum and Selfridges.

Due to an increase in demand, and our expansion plans, we are seeking a multi- talented team member to join our operations crew in the Warehouse Department.

What you will be doing:

Quality checking of incoming manufactured product & materials Supporting with inventory & stock takes, updating online stock sheets, where required Operating machinery to produce recycled plastic materials ready for production: Operating the material shredder - to re-cycle materials, operating the blending mixer - to create materials for production, operating the granulating machine - to re-cycle materials for production Ensuring materials/packaging etc. for daily production plans are at POU Packing orders, as required Carrying out habitual housekeeping Hitting Warehouse targets, KPIs Actively assisting with continual business improvement Observe and follow company safety rules and regulations Ability to follow strict processes and procedures Eager to learn new skills

Who we are looking for:

2+ years experience in Warehouse environment Fork Lift Truck experience Day to day problem solving, with a can-do attitude Ability to manually handle panels and products, with excellent manual dexterity. Previous experience of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (min 2 years). Experience in plastics manufacturing is desirable but not essential A quality mindset and take pride in the work you do, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy You will be used to working in a safety-first environment A high energy level and target orientated Computer literacy: Essential: MS Office (Word & Excel) (basic - intermediate level) You must be flexible and adaptable, willing to perform other duties as and when required - we're small and not defined by our job titles The ability to work multiple different shift patterns A team-focussed mindset with an ability to work on your own and in small teams An interest in the environment and recycling is essential

What we can offer:

25,343 per annum. 12.99 basic per hour for dayshift increasing to 27,243, 13.97 per hour for morning /afternoon shift, inclusive of shift allowance. Experience of working for a unique, eco-driven company - taking the world's waste and making it useful again Here at Smile Plastics, we are all multi-skilled and as a small, expanding company we don't define you by your job title. We encourage staff to develop by supporting knowledge growth, providing on the job and external training Small, friendly work environment Company share option EMI scheme for you to benefit from the business's financial success as we grow Company pension contribution 29 days holiday inclusive of statutory bank / public holidays 37.5 hrs a week. Monday to Friday dayshift, potential change to 6am to 2pm / 2pm to 10pm. Rotating weekly shift
www.smile-plastics.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.99-13.97 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Swansea, SA5 4DL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Forklift: 1 year (required) Warehouse: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Forklift Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025
Reference ID: SmileWarehouseOperator