Manufacturing Operative Zr

Luxfer MEL Technologies; Salford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (£38,350)

Annual bonus potential

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension

Share option scheme

Paid professional development

Paid time to volunteer

Referral scheme

Free Parking

Job summary

Luxfer Mel Technologies is hiring a Manufacturing Operative for the Zirconium plant in Manchester. You will support a rotating 24/6 shift pattern, handle acids/bases, and ensure safe, clean production aligned with operating standards.

The role requires multi-role flexibility and strong teamwork to meet deadlines. We offer a competitive salary (£38,350), annual bonus potential, and generous benefits including pension, share options, paid development, volunteering time, and parking.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science (Grade C/4 or above).
• At least 2 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment handling liquids and powders.
• FLT licence and IT proficiency (Microsoft Office).
• Level 3 qualification in process technology or chemical operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a varied range of equipment and processes including powder and liquid handling, dissolution, drying, calcination, and milling technologies.
• Operate both batch processing and continuous running operations; identify and resolve issues during production.
• Measure, mix and add chemicals including strong acids and bases into the production process.
• Monitor and record process variables and adjust parameters to optimise production.
• Conduct in-process analysis (pH, particle size, LOD) and ensure production quality.
• Pack finished goods into drums, bags, pallets or other containers for transport.

Education

GCSEs including Maths, English and Science

Level 3 qualification in process technology or chemical operations

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Operative (Zirconium Plant)

Location: Manchester
Hours: 37 hours per week, 24/6 shift pattern (4-team rotation)
Department: Operations
Reports to: Team Leader / Manufacturing Manager

Join Luxfer Mel Technologies – Where Innovation Meets Excellence

At Luxfer Mel Technologies, we’re not just a manufacturer — we’re a cutting-edge, technology-led business that’s shaping the future of high-performance materials. Guided by our values— Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, and Teamwork —we’re proud to develop advanced materials for customers around the globe.

What You’ll Gain:

• Competitive Salary of£38,350
• Potential to earn Annual bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Annualised hours)
• Enhanced company pension
• Opportunity to participate in company share option scheme
• Paid professional developmentopportunities
• Paid time to volunteer
• Referral scheme
• Free Parking

Role Overview

Our highly skilled Manufacturing Operators are responsible for a wide range of activities within the Zirconium plant to support the effective running of the shift.
In this position, you will need to be flexible, versatile, and capable of covering different job roles—ensuring that the highest standards of safety, housekeeping, hygiene, and other manufacturing practices are achieved while working to agreed Operating Standards and striving for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a varied range of equipment and processes including powder and liquid handling, dissolution, drying, calcination, and milling technologies.
• Operate both batch processing and continuous running operations. Identify and resolve issues that may arise during the production process.
• Measure, mix, and add chemicals including strong acids and bases (liquids and powders) into the production process.
• Monitor and record process variables; adjust process parameters to optimise production and maintain control over equipment performance.
• Conduct in-process analysis, including pH testing, particle size, Loss on Drying (LOD). Use results to maintain production quality.
• Packing of finished goods into drums, bags, onto pallets or other forms of containers for transportation.
• Confirm work schedules onto SAP system. Maintain accurate records of production processes and quality data.
• Communicate effectively with the operations team. Take and deliver effective plant handovers.
• Ensure safe production practices and maintain high standards of cleanliness in your work areas.
• Manage your workload efficiently to meet production deadlines.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths, English, and Science (Grade C/4 or above).
• At least 2 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment handling liquids and powders.
• Comfortable working with strong acids and base solutions.
• Basic IT proficiency , including Microsoft Office.
• FLT licence
• Experience using SAP systems is desirable.
• Level 3 qualification preferably in process technology or chemical operations.

Working Pattern

• 37 hours per week , on a rotating 24/6 shift pattern (4-team rotation). Flexibility is required to meet business needs.

Why Join Luxfer?

• Be part of a company that is committed to innovation and sustainability.
• Work in a hands-on environment where every shift makes a difference.
• Opportunity for career progression and personal development.
• Supportive team culture and structured onboarding.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. If you wish to request that your application be considered under the terms of our Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please explicitly state so in your CV and / or accompanying cover letter.