production technician Stoke-on-Trent, England
Job description
We have a vacancy for a trainee Control Room Operator / lab tester to join our team at Cauldon Cement Plant in Staffordshire. The role is predominantly lab testing based initially, with a view to train to an accredited level control room operator. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all plant including the kiln, fuels, grinding mills and other associated equipment.
Within the trainee role, you will ensure that the quality plans are adhered to in order to meet the demands of the plant as part of the production shift team, whilst responding under the direction of the shift manager to any additional tasks that may arise around the site. With full training on offer, you’ll ensure the sampling, testing and reporting of any raw materials and finished products produced on-site in accordance to set compliance standards whilst also training towards becoming a control room operator.
This is a key role in our succession planning process and is a great opportunity to join a successful, global construction materials company with ongoing coaching and support to achieve your longer-term ambitions.
Plant operations are 365 days, 24/7 and the role will operate to the relevant shift pattern, involving
night working, weekend and Bank holidays.
What’s on offer?
- Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other
- benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring.
- Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected Cement team in a
- business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.
- Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent
- company Holcim).
- An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business.
What will you bring?
- A good standard of numeracy and literacy skills.
- Computer literacy (Basics on Word, Excel, SAP etc.).
- Comprehensive understanding of safety procedures and leads by example in relation
- to safety standards.
- Ideally some operational experience in a similar role or plant but not essential for the right candidate.
Why join Holcim and Aggregate Industries?
While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development. We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.
