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Production Operator

Wigan
1 month ago
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My client is a leading manufacturer of resins and polymers to a range of industries globally. They are now looking for a Production Operator to join their Weekday, Night team. The ideal candidate will come from a Chemical manufacturing background, be familiar with sampling and product testing, will have an understanding of Chemical processes and will be based locally to Wigan.

This position is exclusively night shift, please only apply if you are happy to work 6pm - 6am, Monday to Thursday.

Production Operator - Position Overview

Ensuring all batch process and operational activities are carried out in compliance with HSEQ requirements
Manufacturing products according to formulation batch sheets and specifications
Making accurate additions or adjustments to processes
Responding to required corrective and preventative action in a timely manner
Monitoring of raw materials requirements and informing supervisors when finished products are suitably packaged
Participating in Design / Hazard reviews

Production Operator - Position Requirements

Previous experience working in a Chemical Process role
Any previous experience on a COMAH site advantageous
An understanding of Chemical processes
An understanding of sampling and product testing
Experienced in troubleshooting production equipment and process
Experience operating Forklift Trucks
NVQ Level 2 in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering desirable
IOSH desirable
Valid Forklift licence (Reach or Counterbalance)
Based within a commutable distance of Wigan

Production Operator - Position Remuneration

£14.50 per hour
Monday - Thursday: 18:00 - 6:00 (48-hour week)
28 Days holiday inclusive of public holidays
BUPA
Pension

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

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