Process Technician

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomers is seeking Process Technicians for their Newport plant. In this role, you will ensure production lines operate efficiently and maintain high safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include operating extrusion equipment, responding to breakdowns, and monitoring plant performance. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to safety, effective communication skills, and a good general education. Experience in operational roles in a chemical or heavy industry setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Commitment to high standards in safety and quality of work.
• Experience in operational roles, preferably in a chemical process plant.
• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion equipment via control room and field systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and assist in maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor plant performance and diagnose faults.
• Conduct detailed shift handovers.
• Train forklift truck operation if needed.

Skills

Safety and quality commitment

Motivated and driven

Communication skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Leadership capabilities

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE grades A-C including Maths, English and one Science/Technical subject

Job description

Celanese are recruiting Process Technicians to join us at the Advanced Elastomer Systems (AES) plant in Newport, South Wales. As a Process Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring production lines operate flawlessly to maintain the exceptional quality our customers love. Our Newport Elastomer Plant which specialises in Santoprene is located in Newport, Wales on the River Usk only 12 miles northeast of Cardiff, and is one of the world's leading suppliers of thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). These products are used on car windscreens, under-bonnet applications and for interior parts. The versatile product is also used by the construction industry, and for consumer goods such as flexible toothbrushes and kitchen utensils. Working as part of a shift team, Process Technicians with varied skills in either process, electrical/instrument or mechanical are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of their work area. Their focus is on safety, health and the environment, ensuring reliability and operational integrity, while always seeking new ways to improve equipment and systems' performance.

Responsibilities

• Operating extrusion equipment via control room and field based control systems
• 1st response to breakdowns, basic fault finding, and support with maintenance and repairs
• Monitoring plant performance and diagnosing faults
• Maximise reliability through executing operator care rounds
• Work within shift to ensure delivery of individual and team responsibilities and objectives
• Conduct detailed shift handovers
• Fork lift truck operation - up to 3.5 tes (training will be provided)
• Issue work permits for operations and tanker offloading areas

Qualifications

• Commitment to high standards in safety and quality of work
• Driven, motivated & committed to ownership and completing tasks
• The ability to communicate well verbally and via IT-based systems
• Able to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment while making decisions focused on safety, quality, reliability & performance of the business
• A flexible attitude to the job and the ability to demonstrate leadership capabilities
• Keen to learn
• As a minimum, a good general education: Grades A-C at GCSE level including Maths, English and one other Science/Technical subject
• Experience working in an operational role on a chemical process plant, or related engineering or heavy industry field would be preferred.