Chemical Process Operator

Talent STEM is supporting a UK-based chemical processing and resource recovery business in their search for a Chemical Process Operator to join their team at a specialist facility. The site treats, recovers and manufactures chemical materials at laboratory, pilot and commercial scale. The business operates to high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality, supported by an experienced technical workforce and ongoing investment in plant and equipment. This is a full-time, on-site shift role on a rotating day/night pattern.

Shift Pattern: 42 hours per week, 2 day shifts, 2 night shifts, followed by 4 days off. Shift hours: 6am–6pm and 6pm–6am.

The Role: Operate chemical processing plant safely, following manufacturing, safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Key Responsibilities: Operate plant to instructions, monitor production and respond to abnormal conditions, complete batch records and storage logs, carry out in-process sampling and basic product analysis, prevent cross-contamination, monitor equipment and report faults, report accidents, hazards and near misses, support loading, unloading and material storage as required.

Experience and Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, experience in chemical, process or manufacturing environment, understanding of chemical processes and plant operation, experience with sampling and product testing, ability to follow written instructions, basic troubleshooting skills, good numeracy, team-focused and flexible approach, strong commitment to safety, quality and PPE compliance, right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).

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