Chemical Process Operator – UK, Day Shift | Safety & QC

Ascensus Specialties; Stradishall; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Contribution

25 days holiday

Competitive salary

Job summary

Wychem, part of Ascensus Specialties, invites applications for the Chemical Process Operator role based in Stradishall. You will contribute to safe production, quality control, and environmental management while following established procedures and schedules.

Join a small but thriving team and support continuous improvement, audits, training, and cross-department collaboration to maintain high standards in a global footprint.

Qualifications

• GCSEs grade C or equivalent required.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Proficiency with Office 365.
• Knowledge of safe practices around hazardous chemicals and explosive atmospheres.
• Able to work collaboratively under pressure.
• Willingness to work additional hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment safely and follow company safety procedures.
• Ensure environmental compliance and prevent spills or incidents.
• Manufacture, dry, and package materials as directed by leadership.
• Coordinate daily tasks using the production schedule to meet timelines.
• Take production samples for QC testing and document results.
• Collaborate with management to resolve operational challenges and improve processes.
• Participate in audits and ongoing training as directed.
• undertake other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Office 365

Safety awareness - hazardous chemicals

Team collaboration

Flexibility scheduling

Education

GCSEs grade C

Job description

Wychem, part of Ascensus Specialties, invites applications for the Chemical Process Operator role based in Stradishall. You will contribute to safe production, quality control, and environmental management while following established procedures and schedules.

Join a small but thriving team and support continuous improvement, audits, training, and cross-department collaboration to maintain high standards in a global footprint.