Chemical Mixing Operator

Please do not call the office in relation to this role, all applications must be submitted with full CV on your application, please ensure your CV is fully up to date.

This role is working with chemicals, full PPE is provided as well as training.

Job Role

The main purpose of the Mixing Shed Operator is to make products safely, correctly and on time.

The operator must:

• To ensure all Health and Safety procedures & standards are always adhered to.

• Location and how to view specific COSHH assessments on the network

• Understand the hazards, risks and controls of the substances being handled

• Actively reduce waste and reduce or eliminate any risks of contamination to the working area and the environment.

• To ensure all Quality procedures & standards are always adhered to.

• Help achieve daily production targets.

• Any other reasonable duties requested by the management.

Main Duties

• To work in accordance with the Departmental General Risk Assessment (GRA).

• Ensure all stops, guards and safety features of the machinery used are functioning and checked.

• To only handle/work with chemical you have been trained to use.

• To follow the written procedures as set out in Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

• Offload raw materials safely and store materials in the correct place.

• To ensure all materials and products are always clearly identifiable.

• Follow quality checks as specified in the S.O.P.

• Ensure correct use, storage and cleaning of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• To report any accident, incident or near miss to a Team Leader/ Shift Manager.

• To be able to fill in any paperwork accurately and correctly at the beginning, during and at the end of the job and shift.

• To assist in training of new production staff or agency personnel when working on the same task.

• Keep always working area clean and tidy.

Knowledge And Skills Required

• To be able to read, write and understand basic English.

• Knowledge of maths.

• Able to understand and follow SOP instructions.

• Use equipment in the safe manner and only if train to do so.

Health& Safety Obligations

• Employees must follow company safety procedures, risk assessments, COSHH assessments and other relevant instructions.

• Understand the risks of the chemicals and materials you handle.

• All employees are responsible and accountable for their own and others Health and Safety as signed for in the written General Risk Assessment Declaration and other company procedures.

The hours for this role are a rotating 6am-2pm AND 2pm-10pm shift, you MUST be able to work both shifts, please do not apply if you cannot work both shifts