Process Operator

Job description
Purpose Of The Job

Safe operation of the process equipment in order to process the reactor batches through to the correct storage within quality specification, on time and in accordance to legal and company requirements. The movement of material around the plant and the addition of chemicals to produce required blends. The loading of tanker barrels and the packing of material to meet required deadlines.

Main Accountabilities
• Ensure Compliance to all site Safety Health & Environment (SHE) procedures within area of responsibility. Operating all plant in accordance with these procedures .
• Be a member of the site Emergency Response team, attending all required training.
• Complete of relevant DSEAR checks.
• Keep and maintain site housekeeping standards at all times.
• Operate the process equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Loading of tanker barrels and packing on time in full.
• Assist in training the operator team to create a high performance manufacturing team
• Promote the company core values of team working, communication, decision making, diversity, leadership and high performance.

Minimum Requirements
• Education: Formal Education Level: GCSE or ‘O’ Level English and maths. Vocational Level Training: NVQ Level 2.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in a production role within chemical manufacturing. Working knowledge of Process Safety. Experience of Lean Manufacturing techniques (Kaizen, 5S).

Why Synthomer?

We are ambitious!

We have grown significantly – both organically and inorganically. We are a FTSE 250 listed company, 22% of our revenue comes from newly commercialized products, and we’re recognized in the top-quartile for chemicals manufacturing safety.

We believe in high challenge, high support!

We are keen to let you contribute in real roles from day 1. We expect a lot, but offer a lot, too. This includes onboarding, induction and learning events, networking opportunities, mentoring and personal development planning. So, be up for an inspiring long-term career adventure.

We personalize our approach to development!

At Synthomer, you won't find generic career tracks or development programs but rather a one-size-fits-one approach to employee development. We'll partner with you to ensure you have the right experiences that build your capabilities and accelerate your career growth.