Full job descriptionChemistry 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.