Mixing Plant Granulation Operative

Eurocell PLC; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mixing Plant Granulation Operative to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to operate and maintain PVC mixing equipment, ensuring the production of high-quality PVC compounds. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail, thriving in a fast-paced production environment. With competitive pay and a range of benefits including a healthcare plan, generous holiday allowance, and career development opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to grow within a supportive and ambitious company. Join a team where your contributions will make a real impact!

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan

Life Assurance (3x Salary)

25 days holiday

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit

Employee discount on products

Company Pension Plan

Training and career development

Colleague Referral Programme

Discounts across retailers

Care First Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong technical background with a focus on safety and quality standards.
• Ability to perform routine troubleshooting on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor PVC mixing equipment for production.
• Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate production records and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Full UK driving licence

FLT licence

Tools

PVC mixing equipment

Basic computer skills

Job description

ROLE: Mixing Plant Granulation Operative

HOURS: Weekly rotational shift pattern; 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am, 4 on, 4 off - Permanent Role

SALARY: GBP15.07 p/hr, plus GBP1 p/hr shift allowance - GBP32,912.88 basic, GBP35,096.88 inclusive of shift allowance

BENEFITS: Healthcare cash plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, Shift allowance (as included above)

BASE: Site Based - Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton

Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us.

We have an additional opportunity for a Mixing Plant/Granulation Operative to support our Mixing Plant Management and Extrusion teams, based at our Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton.

The PVC Mixing Plant Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining the PVC mixing equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality PVC compounds. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards.

WHAT OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES DO:

• Operate and monitor PVC mixing equipment to produce PVC compounds according to specified formulations and production schedules
• Prepare and load raw materials into mixers, ensuring accurate measurements and proportions
• Monitor the mixing process to ensure consistency and quality of the final product
• Conduct routine inspections of mixing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions or process deviations
• Maintain accurate production records, including batch numbers, material usage, and production outputs
• Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a clean and safe working environment
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and product quality

WHAT WE NEED FROM OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES:

• Full UK driving licence
• FLT licence desirable
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform routine troubleshooting on equipment
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping

WHAT WE OFFER OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES:

• You will be rewarded with very competitive pay of GBP15.07 p/hr, plus GBP1 p/hr shift allowance - (GBP32,912.88 basic, GBP35,096.88 inclusive of shift allowance)
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year
• Free Healthcare plan for all employees
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit
• Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown
• Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success
• Company Pension Plan
• Employee discount on Eurocell products
• Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers
• A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it
• Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team
• Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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