Production Operator (Mixing)

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions; Wantage; On-site; GBP 25,530 - 31,203; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Enhanced Company pension

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free on-site parking

Job summary

A leading electronic materials provider in Wantage is seeking Production Operators to join its manufacturing site. No prior experience is necessary as full training is offered. The role involves operating machinery and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. The successful candidate will have the chance to grow their career in a dynamic and supportive environment with competitive benefits including a starting salary of £28,367.

Qualifications

• Keen and ambitious individuals with a desire to learn.
• No previous production experience necessary as full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate a pedestrian and/or high-lift forklift truck.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policies.
• Carry out QC tests and inspections.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities such as 5S.

Job description

Production Operator (Mixing) at MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions

Business Unit: MAES
Division: FSSS Supply Chain

MacDermid Alpha Electronic Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is committed to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability across a comprehensive range of high‑quality electronic materials and technical services.

The Role
We have fantastic opportunities for Production Operators to join us at our manufacturing site in Wantage, Oxfordshire.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) – increasing with service
• Starting salary package of £28,367 (including two shift allowance)
• Annual bonus
• Generous shift allowances
• Opportunities for overtime at premium rates
• Paid breaks
• Private medical insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced Company pension
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Shopping discounts

Who we are looking for

Previous production experience isn’t necessary – we offer full training and the opportunity to progress your career. We’re looking for keen, ambitious individuals who would like to apply their previous experience in our production facility.

What will you be doing?

• Operate a pedestrian and/or high‑lift forklift truck where applicable.
• Operate machinery in accordance with all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company Health and Safety Policies.
• Report defective equipment, accidents and breakages.
• Carry out QC tests / inspections where appropriate and report deviations to the Supervisor.
• Report safety and quality issues through the 1B and 1Q systems.
• Report all production transactions to SAP / SFoL accurately to ensure correct stock.
• Carry out on‑the‑job training of new starters when fully trained and competent.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities such as 5S.
• Generate ideas and participate in implementing improvements to the Department.

Shift pattern: two rotating shifts, early and late shifts, Monday to Friday.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.