Production Operator - 4 on/4 off Shift, 22% Premium

Sotera Health Company; Somercotes CP; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus (discretionary, quarterly)

34 days holiday (26 + BH)

Medicash Health Plan

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance – 4x salary

EAP

Job summary

Sotera Health Company is hiring a Production Operator at the Somercotes site in Derbyshire, UK. You will operate and monitor equipment to process customer products safely, accurately, and on time, while maintaining high quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to SOPs, and proactive engagement in safety and continuous improvement. The position involves handling automated systems, performing pre-use inspections, and supporting production schedules in a 12-hour shift pattern (4

Qualifications

• Good general level of education and numeracy
• Reach and Counterbalance Forklift Truck licences (or willingness to obtain)
• Basic computer skills including Outlook and Excel
• Basic understanding of mechanical equipment and automated production processes
• Experience in manufacturing/production environment preferred
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Safety-conscious attitude with proactive problem solving
• Willing to work in hot and humid environment and SCBA training as required

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment in line with safe operating procedures and production schedules
• Carry out tasks per Quality Procedures and site standards
• Work from team leader instructions and management guidance
• Operate process control and product transfer systems, including automated equipment
• Ensure daily production timings using scheduling tools and plans
• Communicate effectively with team members for smooth shift operations
• Support investigations into process issues and continuous improvement efforts
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, and deviations promptly
• Move customer products using forklift trucks and other handling equipment
• Conduct equipment pre-use inspections and maintain records
• Complete cleaning and housekeeping to maintain high production and warehouse standards
• Follow risk assessments, permits and safe work systems
• Wear PPE as required and maintain site standards
• Participate in training, audits and risk assessments
• Provide operational cover during absences through overtime when needed
• Be a proactive member of the Production team with focus on safety and quality

Skills

Forklift licence

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

General education

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Sotera Health Company is hiring a Production Operator at the Somercotes site in Derbyshire, UK. You will operate and monitor equipment to process customer products safely, accurately, and on time, while maintaining high quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to SOPs, and proactive engagement in safety and continuous improvement. The position involves handling automated systems, performing pre-use inspections, and supporting production schedules in a 12-hour shift pattern (4