Belfast Filling Plant Operative - Permanent /Full time

Calorgas; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Calor is seeking a site operatives to support the smooth flow of cylinder production from the filling house to meet on-time deliveries. You will be trained to perform all cylinder production activities including filling and pre/post quality checks.

All candidates must submit a NIAccess report and undertake a medical examination with the Company Doctor. The role requires adherence to safety instructions and active participation in continuous improvements within the Operations department.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the handling and storage of LPG.
• Manual handling experience.
• Be able to effectively communicate and understand English.
• Understand health and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all work instructions and site policies.
• Load and unload cylinders safely from pallets and trailers.
• Identify and segregate non-Calor cylinders from production.
• Inspect cylinders prior to filling and ensure safe storage of those failing inspection.
• Fill cylinders of all sizes and types as required.
• Carry out quality checks and de-gas cylinders as needed.
• Report quality issues and safety concerns to supervision.
• Maintain clean and tidy workstations and support continuous improvements.

Skills

LPG handling

Manual handling

English communication

Health & safety compliance

Tools

Counter balance FLT licence

Job description

Primary function of the role:

Reporting to the Site Supervisor /Assistance supervisor, you will play a key role within the Operations department and assist in ensuring the smooth flow of cylinder production through the filling house to meet on-time deliveries in the most effective manner.

You will be trained to complete all cylinder production activities including cylinder filling and pre / post quality checks.

All successful candidates must submit a NIAccess Report and undertake a medical examination with the Company Doctor.

Duties will include;

1. Adhering to all relevant work instructions and site polices at all times
2. Complete the safe loading and unloading of cylinders from pallets and trailers
3. Identify and segregate non Calor cylinders from the production process
4. External inspection of cylinders prior to filling
5. Segregation and safe storage of cylinders failing inspection
6. Filling of all cylinder types and sizes as required
7. Check weigh and thoroughly inspect all cylinders as required
8. Top up and de-gas cylinders as required
9. Carry out quality checks throughout the production process as required
10. Report any quality issues to the filling plant supervisor
11. Report all incidents, near misses and safety concerns
12. Complete general housekeeping duties to ensure workplace is kept clean and tidy
13. Complete work station training for new operatives as required
14. Assist maintenance team with non-technical duties as required
15. Embrace and support change through continuous improvements
16. Ad hoc duties as directed by your manager

Experience:

• Knowledge of the handling and storage of LPG
• Manual handling experience
• Be able to effectively communicate and understand both written and spoken English
• Be able to understand and appreciate clear instructions for health and safety, work instructions

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a manufacturing or production environment is desired
• Counter balance FLT licence

Calor is part of the SHV Group, a family-owned Dutch multinational which operates on a networked basis, employing more than 60,000 people worldwide.

Calor is a leading supplier and distributor of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) in Ireland. With over 80 years’ experience in the gas business, we pride ourselves on our unmatched expertise in the safe supply of butane and propane to our customers. We design and implement bulk and cylinder energy solutions for residential, industrial and commercial customers who want to enjoy everything that this exceptional energy source has to offer,but aren’t on the natural gas pipeline.

Apart from competitive remuneration, access to a PRSA scheme, subsidized canteen, free parking, free company events & training opportunities.