Production Operator

Sensient Technologies Careers; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of colors and flavors in King's Lynn seeks a self-motivated Production Operator for a temporary contract. Responsibilities include assisting in the production process, operating equipment, and ensuring safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a forklift license, and the ability to work in an environment with color and dust. Excellent pay and benefits are offered from day one, making this an attractive opportunity for those looking to contribute to a dynamic team.

Benefits

Excellent pay and benefits

Safe working environment

Thorough training experience

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake basic mathematical calculations, percentages, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment according to safety, environmental, and GMP standards.
• Ability to work in an environment with color and dust particles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the manufacture and processing of powder colors.
• Operate processing plant which may include blenders and mixers.
• Repack color and sachet packing.
• Clean equipment and work area per standardized procedures.
• Assist in material movement with forklift truck.

Skills

Basic mathematical calculations

Operating and maintaining equipment

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet truck

Job description

Come join the skilled team at Sensient Technologies. We are collaborative and hard working. We solve tough problems and we will be better with you.

We are looking for a self-motivated Production Operator on a temporary contract for three months to join our team in King's Lynn and play critical role in supporting a wide range of activities for the production process, including: packing, cleaning, formulation and material movement.

As a key member of the Sensient team, you will be required to push boundaries and innovate onsite.

Shift Pattern

Day shift, followed by Night, alternating weekly.

Nights (36 hours per week): 18:00-6:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Days (44 hours per week): 10:00-18:00 Monday; 6:00-18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

What you’ll do:

• Assist in the manufacture and processing of powder colours.
• Operate processing plant, which may include blenders, nautas, matcons and high sheer mixers.
• Repack colour and sachet packing.
• Clean equipment and work area per standardized procedures.
• Assist in the movement of materials with the use of a forklift truck and pallet truck.

What you’ll bring:

• Ability to undertake basic mathematical calculations, percentages, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment according to safety, environmental and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards. Forklift licence essential.
• Ability to work in an environment that is not climate controlled. Color and dust particles may be present in the air or throughout the facility. Allergens may be present in the air.
• High School diploma or equivalent. (Prior chemical manufacturing experience preferred).

What you’ll get:

• Excellent pay and benefits from day one.
• Safe environment to work in and support from management team.
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.

About the Team:

Sensient Personal Care and Specialty Market (PCSM) develops, produces and markets ingredients and high quality colors for the personal care and cosmetics industry, as well as specialty colors for use in household and industrial cleaners, specialist coatings and agriculture product applications.

About Sensient Technologies Corporation:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer