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. Candidate Requirements 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. • 3-5 years' industrial manufacturing experience. 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. Physical Requirement • 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. • Exposure to manufacturing environments, chemicals, and varying noise levels. Working Hours • Full-time, site-based position. • Shift work will be required. • Flexibility to work additional hours on occasion to support operational requirements. 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.