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Process Operator – Grade 1

March 20, 2025

Purpose

To work as a Grade 1 Operator within a team of Process Operators in a Chemical Manufacturing Plant to safely achieve regulatory and customer quality requirements relating to ISO9001, ISO14001 and cGMP, within time and to customers specifications.  

 

To effectively carry out the roles and responsibilities of a Grade 1 Process Operator.  This includes Routine Operations, Complete Mandatory Training, Operating Process Equipment and Machinery to be an active part of the production team.  

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

Production ManagementM

Monitor Permit activities as defined by the SSoW

Understanding of BMS Risk Assessments & Method Statements

Process data entry to BMS (OEE, handover logs, yield etc). Data entry on to batch cards and QA015 packages 

Organising and prioritising workload

Assist in the training and mentoring of Apprentice, TPO, Grade 3 and Grade 2 Operators.

Carryout duties in other production areas as required.

Participate as required in Design / Hazard reviews  

Following batch cards ensuring that each sequential step is completed, all data is accurately documented and periodically review completed data entries.

Correctly identify, monitor, and charging of raw materials.   

Adhering to all  Policies, Procedures and Legal Legislations 

Undertake any other duties of which the responsibility, skill and experience required fall within the Grade 1 Process Operator competence and capability 

SHEQ Management

Ensure that all Environment, Health & Safety requirements are met including (but not limited to) Workplace Organisation Site Procedures and Policies, Work Instructions, Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), High Housekeeping Standards, Risk/COSHH Assessments and Operating within the Process, HSE, and Legal requirements. 

Compliant to all SHEQ Policies and Schedules (Housekeeping, Safety Audits etc.)

Equipment Management

Carryout operator tasks and duties as and when required including safe operation of all process plant equipment.

Team Building & Incentive

Undertake any other duties of which the responsibility, skill and experience required fall within the Trainee Process Operator competence and capability 

To effectively carry out learning the roles and responsibilities of a Process Operator.  This includes Routine Operations, Complete Mandatory Training, Operating Process Equipment and Machinery to be an active part of the production team. 

Communication

Communicate and coordinated with production related departments

Previous experience handling hazardous chemicals is essential

To demonstrate effective Communication (Listening and Speaking)

Confidentiality

Follow Corp. TSP regulations to maintain confidential on sensitive information

Others

To Complete 11  Seal Sands Training Tier 1 Competency Task Books

Competency 30 – Safe Chemical Processing

Competency 31 – Plant Handover

Competency 32 – Completed Batch Cards

Competency 33 – Supervisory Skills

Complete other tasks assigned by superior

Compliance in Manufacturing KPI’s (OEE, Throughput, Yield Quality)

Key Interactions

Direction from Shift Manager and/or Lead Operator

Peers

Trainee Process Operator

Grade 2 Process Operator

Grade 3 Process Operator

Mentoring potential

Trainee Process Operator

Grade 2 Process Operator

Grade 3 Process Operator

Skills & Qualifications

Education

Essential

Level 2 in Mathematics, English Language and Literacy

Completion of Tier 2 Competency Based Task Books 

Desirable

NVQ Level 3 Process Operations or Equivalent

SIAC Level 3 Apprenticeship or Equivalent Apprenticeship

Control Room Experience

SSoW Permit Issuer

Process Plant Area Authority 

Key Skills

Essential

Permit Acceptor

To demonstrate fault finding knowledge and skills

Data and computer literate

Flexibility in working hours /shifts

Must be able to work safely in a team environment and individually

To demonstrate Planning and Organisational Skills 

Adherence to the manufacturing plan

Work Ethos

Safety Behaviors

Attendance

Work Attitude

Performance Output

 

Work Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ Experience in manual or semi-automated process operations in Chemical, Manufacturing, Industrial or Heavy Engineering Industries

 

Contact Name
Kieran Lightfoot
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£35,000+
AM Recruitment
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Industry
Recruitment
Company size
50-100 employees
Founded in
2012
Phone
01642 551 883 01642 551**** Show
Location
BILLINGHAM TEESSIDE

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