Packing Operator - Short Term Contract

VITAP; England; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of performance chemicals is seeking a Temporary Short Term Packing Operator at their Warrington site. In this role, you will prepare and set up packing systems, ensure adherence to safety and quality standards, and collaborate with a team. Applicants should have relevant industrial experience and skills in manual handling. This full-time position offers a salary of £38,278.92 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar packing or warehouse environment is desirable.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely carry out duties as a chemical plant packer.
• Prepare and set up the packing system according to instructions.
• Adhere to packing guidelines and good manufacturing practice.
• Involve in safety and environmental compliance activities.
• Document and communicate effectively with team members.

Skills

Relevant Industrial experience

Manual Handling skills

Experience of 24 hour continuous shift working

Current FLT - powered hand truck license

Education

Units and elements of C&G PT2 Process Plant Operations or NVQ level 1

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Short Term Packing Operator

Location: PQ Silicas - Warrington Site

Salary: 5 Crew - £38,278.92 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Temporary 3 moths (via agency)

Contract Start Date: ASAP

Contract End Date: TBC

For over 200 years, PQ (Silicas) has envisioned the future of performance chemicals through collaborative innovation, making products that touch all of us, every day.

We are a leading global supplier of silicate and derivative products that serve as environmentally friendly substitutes for materials used in a variety of applications. These include end uses such as matting agents in surface coatings, clarifying agents for edible oils and beverages, additives to paints and coatings for thermal insulation, and sensory particles in personal care products to improve feel attributes.

PQ is not currently sponsoring visas for this role, unless you already possess the right to live and work in the United Kingdom please refrain from applying at this time.

The Role

To safely carry out the duties of a chemical plant packer across multiple areas of the plant. Working on a variable shift pattern as part of a team.

Key Accountabilities

• Preparation and set-up of the packing system in line with standard instructions. Ensuring all packaging, equipment, labelling and raw materials are available for the specific planned product and tonnage.
• Working closely under the guidance of the Microniser Operator to meet set KPI's
• Adherence to packing guidelines for sampling, pack presentation, labelling, weight control, addition of additives, reworking and adhering to good manufacturing practice.
• Active involvement complying with safety, environmental and Company standards, including auditing, reporting, team improvement activities and housekeeping in multiple areas.
• Communicate both verbally and in written format, in a timely fashion. Including completion of batch documentation, handover, assisting others to improve knowledge and understanding
• Cleandown of process equipment and packing areas, maintaining GMP standards.
  
  

Experience, Skills And Qualifications (Preferable But Not Essential)

• Relevant Industrial experience
• Manual Handling skills
• Experience of 24 hour continuous shift working
• Units and elements of C&G PT2 Process Plant Operations or NVQ level 1
• Current FLT - powered hand truck license
  
  

Special Features

Process Packers will carry out any task they have been deemed competent to do, provided that such activity can be completed safely.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Packing Operative, Warehouse Operative, Packer Person, Labourer, Site Operative, Warehouse Co-ordinator, Forklift Driver, Goods Inwards Warehouse Operative, Yard Operative, Warehouse Assistant, Warehouse, Process Operative, Processing Assistant, Processing Coordinator, Yardperson, Line Operative, Production Operative, Servicing Operative may also be considered for this role.

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