Plastic Plant Operator – Maintenance & Operations

AO; Telford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Pension matching

VIP AO Arena tickets

Health & wellbeing discounts

Product discounts

Family leave

Volunteer days

Job summary

AO is seeking a Plastic Plant Operator Maintenance Support in Telford to assist engineers and keep the recycling plant running efficiently. You will learn about the equipment, assist with start-ups, and help maintain safe, smooth production on a rotating shifts basis.

Ideal candidates are hands-on, team-spirited and eager to learn, with a focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced factory environment.

Qualifications

• Basic tools handling and manual dexterity.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical skills on the plant.
• Commitment to working safely in a factory environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare production equipment to ensure efficient batch start-ups.
• Monitor plant performance and maintain safe, smooth operations throughout production.
• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and operational checks.
• Complete thorough plant cleaning and housekeeping activities to maintain high standards.
• Support engineers with breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Record production activities and plant downtime accurately.

Skills

Hands-on skills

Team player

Strong communication

Willing to learn

Safety awareness

Job description

AO is seeking a Plastic Plant Operator Maintenance Support in Telford to assist engineers and keep the recycling plant running efficiently. You will learn about the equipment, assist with start-ups, and help maintain safe, smooth production on a rotating shifts basis.

Ideal candidates are hands-on, team-spirited and eager to learn, with a focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced factory environment.