Production Operative

Production Operative Application Deadline: 12 January 2026 Department: Warehouse Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Leicester - Enderby CPF Reporting To: Ryan Corderoy Compensation: £12.21 / hour Description Join a Purpose-Driven Leader in Recycling Excellence At Casepak, we’ve been at the forefront of recycling innovation for over 50 years. As one of the UK’s leading recycling and waste management companies, we are proud to combine cutting-edge technology with a deep commitment to people, planet, and progress. Operating from two of the most advanced facilities in the East Midlands, we deliver tailored recycling solutions to local authorities and commercial clients nationwide. Our mission is clear: to maximise resource recovery, minimise environmental impact, and build a more sustainable future. Why Join Us? At Casepak, our success is built on four core values: Community: We work hand-in-hand with the communities we serve, creating cleaner environments and supporting local development. Colleague: We believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in your growth, wellbeing, and success through training, support, and career progression. Customer: We are trusted by clients across the UK to deliver reliable, responsive, and innovative recycling services. Environment: Everything we do is driven by a passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing landfill and carbon impact. Be Part of Something Bigger Whether you're starting your career or looking to take the next step, Casepak offers a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-thinking workplace where your ideas matter and your work makes a difference. About the role Using a variety of mobile plant – including fork lifts, clamp trucks and shovel loaders Loading and offloading vehicles in a timely manner- including containers, flat bed lorries and curtain side lorries Ensuring mobile plant is clean and in good working order – documenting condition and reporting defects Controlling the quality of incoming material on a day to day basis and providing feedback to Supervisors; completion of relevant documentation accordingly Operating fixed plant to a high standard ensuring daily maintenance and cleaning is undertaken To carry out tasks that include working on the Guillotine, Wood Bin, Bow Binder, Flat Sheet Pallet Work and Box Work Maintaining high standard of housekeeping on site on a day-to-day basis Ensure compliance with relevant Health, Safety and Environmental Legislation What we need from you Previous experience in using mobile plant an advantage but not essential to the role Previous experience in operating fixed plant desired but not essential as training will be provided Previous work experience in the recycling industry desired but not essential Able to think creatively, act on own judgement with minimal supervision and work as part of a team Integrity and initiative Good attention to detail and focus on quality Ability to prioritise workload effectively Results driven; focused on achieving required objectives and targets Self-motivated, with a desire for continual improvement Flexible and adaptable in order to achieve the aims of the business Should be able to undertake any other duties as required in line with scope of work, skills, training and qualifications gained or undertaken What we offer Holidays - 28 days of annual leave. Birthday Leave - Enjoy your special day off once you reach one year of service, we also celebrate milestone birthdays with our incredible colleagues. Volunteering Day - One paid day per year to support a local community project. MyPerks Platform - Access a wide range of discounts, cashback offers, cycle-to-work schemes, mortgage advice, wellbeing support, and more! Financial & Family Support - Competitive pension contributions, life assurance, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Employee Referral Programme - Recommend great talent and earn a reward. Long Service Awards - Celebrating your milestones with us. Reward & Recognition Schemes - Recognising and celebrating achievements across the business.