Chemical Process Operator

KFM Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Harrogate seeks a Chemical Process Operator to operate and monitor chemical manufacturing processes while ensuring efficiency and safety. Applicants should have GCSEs in Science and relevant vocational qualifications, along with prior experience in chemical manufacturing. This full-time role involves working in a plant environment with exposure to chemicals and requires attention to detail and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent in Science subjects.
• Relevant vocational qualifications in chemical processing.
• Prior experience working in chemical manufacturing or processing.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical manufacturing processes.
• Follow standard operating procedures for handling chemicals.
• Ensure all equipment is operating efficiently and safely.

Skills

Understanding of chemical processes and safety protocols

Ability to follow procedures and work accurately

Strong attention to detail

Good communication skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in Science subjects

Relevant vocational qualifications in chemical processing

Tools

Industrial machinery and equipment

Job description

Job Title: Chemical Process Operator

Location: Yorkshire and the Humber, East Riding of Yorkshire, Kingston upon Hull

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Primary Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Secondary Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: £30,500 per annum

Job Duties

• Operate and monitor chemical manufacturing processes
• Follow standard operating procedures for handling chemicals
• Ensure all equipment is operating efficiently and safely
• Perform quality control checks on products
• Maintain accurate production records

Required Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent in Science subjects
• Relevant vocational qualifications in chemical processing

Education

• Minimum of GCSEs in Science subjects

Experience

• Prior experience working in chemical manufacturing or processing
• Experience operating industrial machinery and equipment

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of chemical processes and safety protocols
• Ability to follow procedures and work accurately
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher level qualifications in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Health and Safety certifications

Working Conditions

• Work in a manufacturing plant environment
• May involve exposure to chemicals
• Required to wear personal protective equipment
• Shift work may be required