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Production Operator

Bennett And Game Recruitment

Wigan

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operator for their night shift team. In this role, you will ensure compliance with health and safety standards while manufacturing high-quality products. Your expertise in chemical processes and troubleshooting will be crucial as you monitor production activities and make necessary adjustments. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to work in a dynamic environment that values safety and efficiency. If you're ready to contribute to a leading manufacturer and thrive in a night shift role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

28 Days holiday inclusive of public holidays
BUPA health insurance
Pension plan

Qualifications

  • Experience in a Chemical Process role is essential.
  • Understanding of sampling and product testing is required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements during production.
  • Manufacture products according to batch sheets and specifications.

Skills

Chemical processes understanding
Sampling and product testing
Troubleshooting production equipment
Forklift operation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Tools

Forklift Trucks

Job description

My client is a leading manufacturer of resins and polymers to a range of industries globally. They are now looking for a Production Operator to join their Weekday, Night team. The ideal candidate will come from a Chemical manufacturing background, be familiar with sampling and product testing, will have an understanding of Chemical processes and will be based locally to Wigan.

This position is exclusively night shift, please only apply if you are happy to work 6pm - 6am, Monday to Thursday.

Production Operator - Position Overview
  • Ensuring all batch process and operational activities are carried out in compliance with HSEQ requirements
  • Manufacturing products according to formulation batch sheets and specifications
  • Making accurate additions or adjustments to processes
  • Responding to required corrective and preventative action in a timely manner
  • Monitoring of raw materials requirements and informing supervisors when finished products are suitably packaged
  • Participating in Design / Hazard reviews
Production Operator - Position Requirements
  • Previous experience working in a Chemical Process role
  • Any previous experience on a COMAH site advantageous
  • An understanding of Chemical processes
  • An understanding of sampling and product testing
  • Experienced in troubleshooting production equipment and process
  • Experience operating Forklift Trucks
  • NVQ Level 2 in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering desirable
  • Valid Forklift licence (Reach or Counterbalance)
  • Based within a commutable distance of Wigan
Production Operator - Position Remuneration
  • £14.50 per hour
  • Monday - Thursday: 18:00 - 6:00 (48-hour week)
  • 28 Days holiday inclusive of public holidays
  • BUPA
  • Pension
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