Mixing Plant Operative

Eurocell; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the uPVC products sector is looking for a Mixing Plant / Granulation Operative. This role involves operating PVC mixing equipment and maintaining production quality standards while offering competitive pay, benefits, and career growth opportunities within a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays

Free Healthcare Cash Plan

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits

Company Pension Plan

Employee discount on Eurocell products

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license required.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Commitment to high-quality production.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor PVC mixing equipment.
• Prepare and load raw materials.
• Conduct routine inspections and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

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ROLE: Mixing Plant / Granulation Operative
HOURS: Weekly rotational shift pattern; 6am6pm and 6pm6am, 4 on, 4 off
SALARY: £15.37 per hour plus shift allowance and benefits
BENEFITS: Healthcare Cash Plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, High Street Discounts, Staff Discount
BASE: Site Based

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 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 OPERATIVES:

• Full UK driving licence
• 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 OPERATIVES:

• You will be rewarded with a very competitive basic salary
• 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