Chemical Production Operator

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Job Description : Huntsman are recruiting permanent Production Operators for our chemical manufacturing site in Duxford, Cambridge. As a flexible and motivated team member, you will work a three-shift system, 40 hours a week, operating plant equipment and chemical processes safely and efficiently to maximize production output. You will be trained to use a wide range of processing equipment, varying from planetary mixers to reaction vessels, to manufacture our high-performance adhesives. As Chemical Production Operator, you will: Operate plant machinery to manufacture, fill and pack products following standard operating procedures and in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure all work is carried out safely and all near misses, incidents and accidents are reported/investigated. Setting up batches, checking, weighing and adding materials, and physically moving batch materials where required. Complete all related documentation accurately and provide suitable handover to on-coming shifts. Clean vessels and machinery between campaigns to ensure no cross-contamination of product and/or materials to subsequent batches. Work as part of a team to ensure targets are met whilst maintaining quality standards and maximising efficiency. Report plant maintenance work requirements to minimise downtime and cost. Keep workstation clean, tidy and organised in line with the 5S approach. Identify areas for improvement and/or cost savings. Skills & Experience Required: Strong attention to detail. Strong numerical ability with GCSE Maths and English. Chemistry or a technical qualification is advantageous. Experience in a manufacturing process environment is essential, with experience in the chemical industry and automation is advantageous. Forklift Licence or the capacity to learn. Excellent, reliable team worker, able to adapt to changing priorities. Computer literate. This role is physically demanding requiring a certain amount of manual handling and ability to carry/lift variety of items. Awareness and understanding of Health & Safety. Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts. 6am - 2pm, 2pm - 10pm, 10 - 6am rotating weekly, for which you will receive a shift premium.

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