Plant Operator

E3recruitment; Chester; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job description

An internationally leading Chemical Manufacturer are looking for an experienced Plant Operator at their COMAH Site based in the Cheshire area. They are renowned for their development across the manufacturing space and play a vital role in enhancing lives each day due to the products they produce.

Salary and Benefits of the Plant Operator

• Annual Salary of £47,928 (After Training)
• 33 Days Annual Leave (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Annual Bonus
• Life Assurance Policy
• Private Medical Insurance
• Income Protection Scheme
• Pension – Up to 9% Employer Contribution

Role and Responsibility of the Plant Operator

As the Plant Operator, you will be an integral member of the Production Team, working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site in their Chemical Manufacturing department.
You will be working as part of a team on a shift pattern to ensure the day-to-day operations of the plant running smoothly and safely. Including working under the supervision and direction of the Team Leader to optimise maintenance activities to meet the S&OP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and operation of Steam Stripping Section of the plant.
• Safe and reliable operation of the assets to meet sales and Operating Plan requirements ensuring environmental limits are not exceeded.
• Preparation for maintenance activities including isolation and decontamination of the plant under the direction of the shift team leader.
• Performing housekeeping routines and plant inspections.
• Annual Overhaul System – working in a team of plant and contract support personnel to complete the work.
• Collection and analysis of in Process, feed and product samples.
• Continuously improve assets performance and ensure that the plant is operated and maintained to the optimum so that it is a reliable and cost-effective manufacturing unit.

Essential Criteria of the Plant Operator

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience of working in a Chemical or Process Manufacturing environment.
• An NVQ Level 3 in Plant or Process Operations (or a related Science-based field).
• Experience of working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site as a Process Operator.
• Strong working knowledge of SHE Procedures – Safe Systems of Work, Permits to Work and Lock Outs and Tag Outs.
• Operational knowledge of Chemical Processes (Gas Chromatography, Separation and Washing).
• Forklift Truck License – (Counterbalance).

How to Apply for the Plant Operator role

To apply for the role of Plant Operator, please submit your CV direct for review!