Process Operator

Chemistry Process Operator

Location:

On-site, UK Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking a motivated and safety-conscious Production Operator to join a growing chemical manufacturing operation. This is a hands-on role within a specialist production environment, where you will play a key part in the manufacture, processing, quality control, and packaging of products while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

The successful candidate will work as part of a small, collaborative team and contribute to a culture focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering quality products right first time.

Key Responsibilities Operate production equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures. Support the manufacture, drying, processing, and packaging of products. Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures, ensuring compliance at all times. Monitor production activities and ensure work is completed in line with production schedules and deadlines. Take production samples for quality testing as required. Accurately complete production and operational documentation.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve operational issues and improve efficiency. Identify and suggest process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and safety. Support quality, customer, and regulatory audits when required. Assist other operational departments as needed to ensure business priorities are met. Essential Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade C/Level 4 or above) or equivalent, or 1-2 years' experience within a chemical manufacturing or chemical production environment.

Good written and spoken English communication skills. Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications. Understanding of safe working practices within industrial or manufacturing environments. Ability to work safely around potentially hazardous materials and equipment. Desirable Chemistry-related qualification, degree, or further education. Previous experience within chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical production, fine chemicals, or a similar regulated industry.

You will be:

Safety-focused with strong attention to detail. Able to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines. Well organised with excellent time-management skills. Flexible and adaptable when priorities change. A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements This is a physically active, plant-based role that involves:
Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and manual handling activities. Lifting and moving materials, including loads of up to 25kg with assistance where required. Working with production equipment, machinery, and tools. Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). Exposure to manufacturing environments, chemicals, and varying noise levels. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Life assurance.

Group income protection. Critical illness cover. Performance-related bonus scheme. Additional Information Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.