This is a hands-on, site-based role working within a regulated production environment where safety, quality and attention to detail are essential.
The position would suit someone with experience in chemical manufacturing, process operations, pharmaceutical production, materials handling, or another technical manufacturing environment.
The Role
As Plant Operator, you will support day-to-day production activities on site, working as part of a small operations team to ensure materials are processed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
Typical responsibilities will include:
Supporting manufacturing and production activities
Operating plant equipment and following site procedures
Handling and processing materials safely
Completing production documentation accurately
Taking samples and supporting quality checks where required
Working in line with health, safety and environmental standards
Maintaining good housekeeping across production areas
Supporting continuous improvement and right-first-time working
Working closely with team leaders, management and other departments
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have experience in a hands-on production, plant, process or manufacturing environment.
You will ideally have:
Experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, process, materials or technical manufacturing
A good understanding of safe working practices
Strong attention to detail
A reliable, practical and flexible approach
Good communication skills
The ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately
Confidence working in a physical, site-based role
Basic IT skillsA science or chemistry-related qualification would be useful, but practical experience in a relevant environment is just as important.
Working Pattern
The role is currently based on daytime working hours.
The business is also reviewing future shift requirements, so applicants should be open to potential shift work in the future. Any confirmed changes would be communicated in advance.
Package
The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Salary guide of £30,000 – £39,000 depending on experience
Performance-related bonus
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Health and wellbeing-related benefits
Holiday allowance
Additional company benefits
Additional Information
This is a full-time, permanent, site-based role.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please send your CV to Talent STEM for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£30000.00 - £39000.00 per year