Process Shift Technician

Prestige Recruitment Specialists; Paull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Recruitment Specialists is recruiting for a Process Shift Technician in Hull to join a specialist fused minerals manufacturer. You will operate and monitor process equipment, prepare materials, complete production batches, and perform routine inspections across a 24/7 rotating shift.

You will work with the Production Supervisor and team to maintain production standards, ensure safety, and comply with procedures. The role offers training across plant equipment and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Experience working in process manufacturing or industrial production.
• Experience operating production machinery or process plant.
• Forklift truck experience.
• Strong health and safety understanding in industrial environments.
• Ability to follow operating procedures, batch instructions and production specifications.
• Good attention to detail regarding product quality and process conditions.
• Ability to identify and report faults, abnormalities and issues.
• Willingness to work a 24/7 rotating shift pattern (days, nights, weekends, bank holidays).
• Ability to work well in a team and independently when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate rotary kilns, coolers and related finishing equipment per procedures.
• Prepare and feed blending equipment to meet production schedules.
• Operate, monitor and safely discharge blenders while maintaining batch integrity.
• Record operating conditions, process parameters and batch information.
• Inspect plant and equipment and report defects or issues promptly.
• Monitor feed systems, silos and equipment ensuring a steady material supply.
• Inspect screening equipment for damage or blockages and perform cleaning/replacement as needed.
• Prepare and operate blending equipment per batch cards and production instructions.
• Collect representative samples for Quality Control testing and discharge batches to packaging/storage areas.
• Label products with grade, batch, weight and customer information.
• Conduct routine visual inspections for leaks, dust, noise, temperatures and equipment faults.
• Monitor LEV and dust collection performance and manage disposal of fines.
• Operate FLTs and other plant equipment after training.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across production areas.
• Report safety, quality or production deviations to the supervisor.
• Adhere to HSE policies and safe working systems.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, efficiency and housekeeping.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Process manufacturing experience

Industrial production

Forklift truck experience

Safety awareness

Follow operating procedures

Attention to detail

Record process readings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Process Shift Technician

Location: Hull

Salary: £35,373.73 - £37,503.45 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 24/7 Rotating Shift Pattern

Contract: Permanent

Client: Our valued client - a specialist fused minerals manufacturer

Join a Specialist Process Manufacturing Environment

Prestige Recruitment Specialists are working with a well-established and highly specialised fused minerals manufacturer based in Hull.

The Role

Working as part of a shift team, you will operate and monitor process equipment, prepare materials, complete production batches, and carry out routine inspections throughout the shift.

You'll work closely with the Production Supervisor and wider team to identify issues, maintain production requirements and ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with established procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate rotary kilns, coolers and associated finishing plant equipment in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Prepare and feed blending equipment with the correct materials to meet production schedules and batch specifications.
• Operate, monitor and safely discharge blenders while maintaining product quality and batch integrity.
• Monitor plant performance and accurately record operating conditions, process parameters, meter readings and batch information.
• Carry out routine inspections of plant and equipment, identifying and reporting defects, abnormalities or operational issues.
• Monitor feed systems, silos and associated equipment to ensure a consistent supply of materials to the process.
• Inspect screening equipment for damage, wear, blockages or blinding and carry out cleaning or replacement where required.
• Prepare and operate blending equipment in line with approved batch cards and production instructions.
• Obtain representative product samples for Quality Control testing and safely discharge approved batches into designated packaging or storage areas.
• Prepare packaging materials and ensure products are correctly labelled with relevant grade, batch, weight and customer information.
• Carry out routine visual inspections, monitoring for leaks, unusual noises, blockages, excessive dust, abnormal temperatures and other signs of equipment malfunction.
• Monitor and record the performance of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) and dust collection systems, including the safe handling and disposal of collected fines.
• Operate mechanical handling equipment, including counterbalance FLTs, with additional training provided on other plant and equipment where required.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the production area.
• Report safety concerns, equipment faults, quality issues and production deviations promptly to the Production Supervisor.
• Work in accordance with all company Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and safe systems of work.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency and housekeeping.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across production and other departments to maintain operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in candidates with experience in process manufacturing, production or a similar industrial environment.

You don't necessarily need to have worked within fused minerals before. We're looking for someone with a practical approach, strong safety awareness and the ability to learn and operate technically varied plant.

Essential Experience

• Experience working in a process manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Experience operating and monitoring production machinery or process plant.
• Forklift truck experience.
• Good understanding of health and safety within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow operating procedures, batch instructions and production specifications.
• Good attention to detail, particularly around product quality and process conditions.
• Ability to identify and report equipment faults, abnormalities and production issues.
• Ability to accurately record process readings and production information.
• Willingness and ability to work a 24/7 rotating shift pattern, including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also working independently when required.

Desirable Experience

Experience with any of the following would be advantageous:

• Rotary kilns or industrial furnaces
• Coolers or finishing plant
• Conveyors and elevator systems
• Silos and bulk material handling
• Blenders or mixers
• Filling or packaging equipment
• Screening equipment
• Process control systems
• Dust extraction or LEV systems
• Batch production
• Quality sampling and production checks

The Person

• Takes pride in their work and maintains high housekeeping standards.
• Has a practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
• Is observant and able to recognise when something isn't operating correctly.
• Is reliable and takes responsibility for their work.
• Communicates clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Is willing to get involved and support the wider production team.
• Understands the importance of Safety, Quality and Productivity.
• Is comfortable working in a hands-on, industrial manufacturing environment.

Working Pattern

This is a 24/7 operation, so the successful candidate must be comfortable working a rotating shift pattern covering:

• Day shifts
• Night shifts
• Weekends
• Bank holidays

The role provides the opportunity to work within a specialist manufacturing environment with varied responsibilities and training across different areas of the plant.

Why Join?

• £35,373.73 - £37,503.45 per annum, depending on experience and competence.
• Permanent position with an established specialist manufacturer.
• Hands-on role within a technically varied process environment.
• Training provided across specialist plant and equipment.
• Opportunity to develop wider process, production and plant-operating skills.
• Structured 24/7 shift pattern.
• Work as part of an experienced production team.