Plant Operative

Our client is a longstanding manufacturing business based in Hull and they are seeking an experienced Plant Operative to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is working on site within their manufacturing areas.

Duties:
* Operate rotary kilns, coolers, screens, blenders and associated finishing plant equipment in accordance with approved operating procedures and safe systems of work.
* Prepare and feed raw materials into the production process to meet production schedules and product specifications.
* Monitor plant performance, process conditions and equipment operation, taking appropriate action or reporting abnormalities to the Production Supervisor.
* Operate blending equipment in accordance with approved batch cards, ensuring product quality and batch integrity are maintained throughout the process.
* Complete routine inspections of plant and equipment, identifying defects, wear or abnormal operating conditions.
* Accurately record production data, process parameters, meter readings and batch information.
* Prepare products for packaging, ensuring all labels, batch information and customer requirements are correct.
* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and ensure work areas remain clean, organised and free from hazards.
* Inspect, monitor and record the performance of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems and dust extraction equipment, ensuring collected material is safely handled and disposed of.
* Work in compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures, taking responsibility for personal safety and that of colleagues.
* Promptly report safety concerns, equipment failures, quality issues and production deviations.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency and housekeeping.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across Production, Maintenance, Quality and Logistics to ensure efficient site operations.
* Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role as requested by management.

Working hours: The role is 12hrs working a 4 on and 4 off shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) this is over a 7 days rota (inc weekends)

Experience:
* Previous experience working within a manufacturing, processing or industrial environment.
* Good understanding of safe working practices within an industrial setting.
* Ability to follow written operating procedures and production instructions.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a shift team.
* Ability to accurately complete production records and documentation.
* Good attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
* Ability to identify plant abnormalities and report issues promptly.
* Self-motivated with a proactive approach to housekeeping and continuous improvement.
* Physically capable of working within an industrial production environment.
* Previous experience operating rotary kilns.
* Experience operating blending or mixing equipment.
* Knowledge of bulk materials handling systems, conveyors and elevator systems
* Experience using forklifts or other mobile plant.
* Understanding of LEV systems and dust control equipment.
* Basic mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills.
* GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
* FLT License (Counterbalance).
* Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) License.
* First Aid at Work.
* Manual Handling.
* IOSH working safely (or equivalent)

The Consultancy:
Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer