Process Technician

Adecco; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Process Operative in Hempstalls. You will operate machinery and ensure product quality in a chemical manufacturing environment. The role offers a starting salary of £29,000, with potential growth to £33,500 after training. Join a supportive team and enjoy opportunities for skill development and career progression.

Benefits

Company Pension with contributions

Opportunities for skill development

Inclusive and accessible recruitment process

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and conscientiousness regarding health and safety.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in a relevant process industry (chemical, ceramics, food) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate presses, dryers and drums.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure high standards are maintained.
• Complete accurate batch manufacturing records.
• Wash and decant slurries while handling chemicals safely.
• Weigh out ingredients per formulation sheets for customer orders.
• Operate blending and milling equipment for uniform mixing.
• Efficiently manage packing stations to present finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the plant.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Manual handling fitness

Education

Functional skills level 2 in Maths and English

Tools

Counterbalance FLT certificate

Job description

Role Purpose

As a Process Operative you will play a crucial role in safely and efficiently operating our client’s plant to manufacture high‑quality products. You will be trained to operate various machinery while ensuring that quality standards are met. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive team and develop your skills.

Duties

• Safely operate presses, dryers and drums.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure high standards are maintained.
• Complete accurate batch manufacturing records.
• Wash and decant slurries while handling chemicals safely.
• Weigh out ingredients per formulation sheets for customer orders.
• Operate blending and milling equipment for uniform mixing.
• Efficiently manage packing stations to present finished products.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the plant, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

What You Bring

• Strong attention to detail and conscientiousness regarding health and safety.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• A reasonable level of fitness for manual handling tasks.
• Functional skills level 2 in Maths and English.
• Experience in a relevant process industry (chemical, ceramics, food) is a plus.

Qualifications

Counterbalance FLT certificate is advantageous, but training can be provided.
Previous training in health and safety is a bonus.

Remuneration

• Starting salary: £29,000 per annum (inclusive of shift pay)
• Salary when fully trained: £33,500 per annum (inclusive of shift pay)
• Company Pension: Yes, with employer contributions ranging from 4% to 8%.

Why Apply for this role

Be part of a vibrant and collaborative team.
Gain valuable experience in the chemical manufacturing sector.
Enjoy opportunities for skill development and career progression.
Work in a safe and well‑maintained environment.

Immediate interviews and start date available!

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.