Production Shift Chemist

Key Responsibilities

• To work closely with the Head of Manufacturing, Deputy Head of Manufacturing, Technicians and Project Chemists to ensure processes are robust and safe for plant production.
• Be able to identify any potential issues for processes bound for plant and resolve them with the relevant people
• Be able to organise and co-ordinate regular meetings for plant projects.
• To prepare batch sheets process / chemical risk assessments for processes ready for plant production.
• Work closely with the Deputy Head of Manufacturing to ensure all documents and raw materials are ready for the following week’s production.
• Cooperation in technical terms in the operational introduction of new or revised procedures
• Cooperation in the event of technical, instrumental and procedural problems during the production ("Troubleshooting")
• Managing a team of 4 operators, taking responsibility for their training, holidays and career progression.
• Working a 3 shift system 24 / 5 (Sunday night – Friday afternoon)
• To have some basic maintenance knowledge to keep the plant running smoothly.
• To ensure completion of each project to the highest professional standards, fulfilling the requirements of the customer as documented in the project proposal.
• To undertake the essential responsibilities of the Deputy Head of Manufacturing when this person is on annual leave.
• Actively take part and drive the companies 5S program

• Qualified to at least degree level in a chemistry related subject.

• Proven experience of working in a chemical plant environment.
• Previous experience of writing batch records / documents for plant production.
• Proven experience of managing and developing employees, ideally within a chemical plant operations environment

• Well organised with the ability to prioritise workloads in a time critical environment
• Collaborative, with strong communication and teamwork skills
• Committed to high standards of safety and quality
• This role requires the ability to meet physical demands associated with plant work, including standing for periods of time and safely handling, lifting and carrying plant equipment and materials.

We offer a wide range of additional benefits including, but not limited to :

• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays per annum
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Generous AXA Private Healthcare scheme with EAP
• Life Assurance
• Free Travel Insurance
• Jubilee Awards
• Employee Recognition Scheme