Job Title: Chemical Process Operator
Location: Cheshire Area
Contract Type: Permanent
Shifts: Rotating 3-shift system (Monday–Friday)
Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + shift allowance, increasing holiday allowance, pension scheme, overtime available
About the Role:
We’re currently seeking a Chemical Process Operator to join a high-performing team within a well-established chemical manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with excellent opportunities for long-term career development and progression.
As a key member of the production team, you’ll play a vital role in operating and monitoring chemical processes to world-class standards—ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency are consistently delivered.
What You’ll Be Doing:
🔹 Safety First, Always
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Champion a safety-first mindset and actively participate in site safety programmes
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Operate processes within clearly defined safety and environmental limits
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Support incident reporting and investigations to drive continuous improvement
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Follow strict housekeeping standards to maintain a clean and safe environment
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Provide thorough handovers to ensure operational continuity and safety
🔹 Process Operations
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Operate chemical processes following SOPs and batch sheets
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Monitor plant performance, troubleshoot issues, and identify process improvements
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Complete batch documentation and data logs accurately and in real-time
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Support shift leaders with production meeting attendance and reporting
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Report maintenance issues using the on-site CMMS and help drive timely resolution
🔹 Team Contribution & Development
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Work collaboratively with production, engineering, and QC teams
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Take part in training and cross-skilling opportunities
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Help maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures
What We’re Looking For:
✅ Previous experience in chemical process operations—ideally on a COMAH-regulated site
✅ City & Guilds Process Operations qualification (or similar), or significant hands-on experience
✅ Strong awareness of HSE regulations, COSHH, and safe systems of work
✅ Forklift and/or MEWP experience (desirable but not essential)
✅ Confidence in troubleshooting and suggesting process improvements
✅ Team player with a proactive and reliable work ethic
✅ First Aid trained and/or Risk Assessment experience would be a bonus
Why Join Us?
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Work with a supportive, knowledgeable team in a clean, modern manufacturing facility
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Be part of a business that invests in your development and safety
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Enjoy a structured shift pattern with an early finish every Friday (when on day shift)
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Opportunity to gain experience in a highly regulated and technical environment