Chemical Plant Operator

Position: Chemical Plant Operator (Permanent)
Chemical Plant Operator position paying up to £50,904 + a great benefits package! Working with a global Chemical Manufacturer based in the Runcorn area of Cheshire.

Salary and Benefits of the Chemical Plant Operator

Annual Salary up to £50,904
33 Days Annual Leave (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Annual Bonus
Life Assurance Policy
Private Medical Insurance
Income Protection Scheme
Pension - Up to 9% Employer Contribution

Role and Responsibility of the Chemical Plant Operator

As the Plant Operator, you will be an integral member of the Production Team, working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site in their Chemical Manufacturing department.

You will be working as part of a team on a shift pattern to ensure the day-to-day operations of the plant running smoothly and safely. Including working under the supervision and direction of the Team Leader to optimise maintenance activities to meet the S&OP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Control and operation of Steam Stripping Section of the plant.
Safe and reliable operation of the assets to meet sales and Operating Plan requirements ensuring environmental limits are not exceeded.
Preparation for maintenance activities including isolation and decontamination of the plant under the direction of the shift team leader.
Performing housekeeping routines and plant inspections.
Annual Overhaul System - working in a team of plant and contract support personnel to complete the work.
Collection and analysis of in Process, feed and product samples.
Continuously improve assets performance and ensure that the plant is operated and maintained to the optimum so that it is a reliable and cost-effective manufacturing unit.

Essential Criteria of the Chemical Plant Operator

A minimum of 3 years' experience of working in a Chemical or Process Manufacturing environment.
An NVQ Level 3 in Plant or Process Operations (or a related Science-based field).

Experience of working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site as a Process Operator.
Strong working knowledge of SHE Procedures - Safe Systems of Work, Permits to Work and Lock Outs and Tag Outs.
Operational knowledge of Chemical Processes (Gas Chromatography, Separation and Washing).
Forklift Truck License - (Counterbalance).

How to Apply

for the Chemical Plant Operator role

To apply for the role of Chemical Plant Operator, please submit your CV direct for review or contact Toni-Marie Monks at E3 Recruitment