Production Operator

FMC Corporation; Wales; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agricultural solutions is seeking a Production Operator for its Flintshire site. The role involves safe operation of mixing and blending processes while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates with a background in chemical manufacturing and relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply to make an impact in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a chemical plant/process environment, particularly in blending/mixing.
• Knowledge of Quality and Health & Safety management systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate the batch mixing/blending area and maintain production records.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Organize the manufacture of bulk liquids and supervise offloading of bulk raw materials.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Quality Management

Health & Safety

Education

GCSEs

Process/Manufacturing operations qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ)

Tools

SAP

Forklift truck license (desirable)

Job description

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About Us

We, FMC Agricultural Solutions, provide innovative crop protection solutions to growers around the world. Thanks to the commitment of our 6,500 employees, we are one of the six largest crop protection manufacturers in the world.

About Us

We, FMC Agricultural Solutions, provide innovative crop protection solutions to growers around the world. Thanks to the commitment of our 6,500 employees, we are one of the six largest crop protection manufacturers in the world.

For more information, please visit www.FMC.com.

For our site in Flintshire, we are looking for a

Production Operator

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Operator of Formulation independently and safely operates the mixing, blending, and storage areas. This role involves shift work from 6am to 2pm and 2pm to 10pm and includes manual handling tasks. The operator ensures high-quality product output, adheres to safety and quality standards, maintains accurate records, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, all while working effectively as part of a team.

What You'll Do With Us

• Control and operate the batch mixing/blending area in adherence to SOPs, and maintain accurate production records.
• Uphold a safe operational environment by adhering to safety, environmental, and quality standards, and reporting and investigating all near misses/incidents.
• Organise and monitor the safe manufacture of bulk liquids, supervise the safe offloading of bulk raw material tankers, and log stock accurately.
• Perform basic lab testing and data entry, and report maintenance issues to minimise downtime.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards, work as part of a team to meet targets, and actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Remain flexible to accommodate production requirements, including working overtime when necessary.
  
  

Your qualification

• Previous experience in a chemical plant/process environment, particularly in blending/mixing.
• Relevant Process/Manufacturing operations qualification (e.g., City & Guilds, NVQ), along with GCSEs.
• Experience with Quality and Health & Safety management systems and knowledge of ISO9001 (training can be provided).
• Counterbalance Forklift truck license (desirable) and awareness of COSHH, MSDS, and DSEAR (training can be provided).
• SAP experience (desirable, with training available).
• Strong communication skills and ability to contribute to a positive team spirit.
  
  

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're passionate about making a difference and share our values of diversity, collaboration, and quality, we encourage you to submit your application today. We eagerly await hearing from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing

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