Process Operator

Indaver nv; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% shift allowance

Pension

Medical Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Indaver operates a solvent recycling facility at its Middlewich site in Cheshire, UK. The Process Operator will operate the plant, follow HSE/quality procedures and maintain accurate batch records to assure product quality.

The role is a full-time on-site position with a 42-hour week, typically 2 day shifts, 2 night shifts and 4 days off. Competitiveness includes a shift allowance and standard company benefits, with training provided.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in a relevant subject.
• Experience in chemicals or process industry.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions.
• Experience with sampling and product testing.
• Willingness to wear PPE and adhere to HSE procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plant to manufacture products within specification.
• Complete batch records and storage logs per Good Documentation Practices.
• Maintain housekeeping and audit readiness.
• Carry out in-process analysis and monitor equipment.
• Report hazards, accidents and near misses promptly.
• Assist with yard management and stock storage.
• Be flexible and undertake tasks as directed by the company.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 (relevant subject)

Tools

Forklift Trucks

Powered Pallet Trucks

Job description

At its site in Middlewich, Cheshire, UK (with immediate central links to the M6), Indaver operates a solvent recycling facility; accepting hazardous and non-hazardous (waste) solvents, providing bespoke recovery solutions, Indaver is able to support the customers with lab analysis, pilot scale trials, and recycling at commercial scale. A highly skilled and experienced workforce, including chemical engineers, engineers, chemists, and senior plant operators, are at your service. With continuous investment and innovation to enhance existing facilities and new equipment to meet the needs of the customer base. The objective of this Process Operator is to carry out the processing of materials as detailed in the manufacturing procedures, health & safety procedures, environmental procedures and quality procedures. It is the responsibility of all employees to ensure that all Health, Safety & Environmental procedures are complied with at all times. The Process Operator will be a full-time (42 hours) on-site position. Shifts are typically 2 x day shifts followed by 2 night shifts and then 4 days off. The shift hours are 6am - 6pm and 6pm - 6am.

Role & Responsibilities

• Operate the plant to manufacture products within specification by following the process instructions. Monitor the production processes, responding to abnormal situations and escalating problems beyond their level of competence to the Shift Manager.
• Complete the Batch Records and Bulk Storage Logs according to Good Documentation Practices
• Ensure product quality is protected from cross contamination by applying due care and attention with processing tasks.
• Carry out in-process analysis of products.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping ensuring the site is audit ready at all times.
• Use all equipment and tools correctly and as instructed. Monitor plant equipment condition reporting any faults to the Shift Manager.
• Report all accidents, hazards and near misses immediately using the current reporting structure.
• Complete all daily checks including Forklift Trucks and Powered Pallet Trucks before is used.
• From time to time the management can request for support in the Yard management function to load/unload product, and to ensure the stock of material is stored in the correct storage facilities following storage best practice.
• Be prepared to work in a flexible manner as and when the Company requests. Undertake any task deemed reasonable that you are considered competent by the Company to carry out. Where necessary relevant training will be provided. Educated to NVQ level 2 in relevant subject
• Experience of working in a chemicals/process type industry
• Good understanding of sampling and product testing
• Troubleshooting issues with production equipment and processes
• Understanding of chemical processes
• Ability to follow manufacturing instructions
• A desire to work with team members to improve processes and product quality
• Numeracy Skills
• Flexible approach to working
• Willingness to comply with safety and quality regulations, including wearing and maintaining PPE
• Must be eligible to work in the UK as no visa sponsorship will be offered for this position
• Competitive base salary
• 20% shift allowance
• Pension
• Medical Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan