Chemical Manufacturing Operator Norwich, England
Job description
This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated individual to take on a new role within a successful chemical manufacturing Company with over 60 years of chemical manufacturing heritage and an established reputation for excellence. Briar Chemicals is focused on providing the best contract manufacturing and site services to customers in the agrochemical, fine and specialty chemical industries. Based in Norwich, Norfolk, Briar Chemicals is a leading large scale chemical company delivering customers’ needs utilising its broad asset and technology base underpinned by its quality driven project management.
We are currently looking to recruit Chemical Manufacturing Operators.
The role of Chemical Manufacturing Operator involves a wide range of tasks that include:
Chemical plant manufacturing operations, including monitoring and control of operations in both manual and computerised systems.
Liaison and teamwork with other team members to achieve the schedule of work.
Product quality testing at intermediate and finished stages.
Reporting problems to relevant parties and contributing diagnosis and/or solutions to assist the timely and efficient continuation of processing.
Your Qualifications / Experience
The production schedule is extremely demanding offering both physical and mental challenges. Preference will be given to applicants who are able to demonstrate the following skills:
· Relevant experience in a similar process industry
· A thorough understanding of Health and Safety practices
· A methodical and organised approach to work
· City & Guilds and NVQ or equivalent qualifications in Processing Industries Operations.
· Prospective candidates should have achieved a minimum of equivalent Grade 9-4 qualifications (GCSE Grade C and above) in English and Maths.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a flexible approach to work as they will be required to work a 12hr continuous shift system and take part in emergency response roles as directed by the company. These include; fire crew, incident control and first aider. The successful candidate will need to be committed to achieving high work standards.
As a new Chemical Manufacturing Operator you will be working as well as studying towards a Level 3 Science Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship, which will combine the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a CMO at Briar Chemicals. This will require work based training and home study to achieve competence as an operator.
Please be advised that the role may involve working on plant with access via open access gantries, at heights to over 20 meters.
What we can offer you
In addition to a competitive salary and annual leave, we offer the following benefits:
Group Personal Pension scheme - we will match your contributions, plus 2% extra, up to a maximum of 10% employer contribution.
Contributory Private Healthcare scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work scheme.
Free, onsite car parking.
Closing date for this vacancy is 10th May 2023.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview and selection process.
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply in writing to the Human Resources Department, Briar Chemicals Ltd, Sweet Briar Road, Norwich NR6 5AP or email [email protected] submitting your CV and application letter stating why you believe you are a suitable candidate.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £34,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Norwich: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/05/2023
Reference ID: full time, Operator, Chemical operator, manufacturing, operations, work
