Production Operator - Chemicals

Accrington

5 months ago

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Salary £27,000 + shift allowance

Permanent

Hours - 40 hours per week on an 8 hour, 3-shift rota (06:00am-14:00pm, 14:00pm - 22:00pm, and 22:00pm - 06:00am).

A driver's licence with access to a car will likely be needed as site is difficult to get to

Permanent

SRG is working with a global manufacturer of industrial speciality chemicals who are currently looking to add to their production team as they look to manufacture on a 24/7 basis towards the start of 2026. The role would suit someone with a background in chemistry, chemical engineering or an industrial process operator background. Applications are encouraged from chemistry graduates who would be interested in working in an industrial manufacturing environment. There is a clear progression plan in place once new starters are up to speed with the technology.

Role Description

Working as part of a shift team with chemical reactors in a manufacturing environment
Interpreting batch sheet instructions are followed, and health and safety procedures are adhered to
Sampling and weighing various potentially harmful raw materials
Oporating and monitoring reactors to set conditions
Working closely with the quality team to process samples
Keeping detailed records of batchesRequirements

Degree in chemistry or chemical engineering preferred or relevant industrial experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision while following written instructions effectively
Fit and healthy enough to work in a manual manufacturing environment
Willing to work a rotating shift pattern
Driver's licence and access to a vehicle
Full right to work in the UK

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on (phone number removed) If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Keywords: Process, reactor, manufacturing, valves, chemicals, chemical, valve, polymers, materials, health and safety, coatings, adhesives

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