Lead Process Operator

Lead Chemical Operator
Warrington

£56,200

Shifts: 4 on 4 off (2 days, 2 nights,) - 16 days break every 7^th cycle

Are you an experienced Process Operator looking for your next challenge in a dynamic and safety-focused chemical manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on problem-solving, continuous improvement, and taking ownership of plant operations? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Operator to oversee the safe, consistent, and cost-effective operation of a key chemical processing plant. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in manufacturing who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot chemical processing systems with minimal supervision.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety and environmental standards, carrying out audits and corrective actions as needed.
• Perform in-process analysis to ensure product quality meets required specifications.
• Assist with maintenance activities, issue permits, and support engineering teams with isolations and risk assessments.
• Use diagnostic tools, root cause analysis, and statistical process control techniques to improve plant performance.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve systems, documentation, and operational efficiencies.
• Manage plant logistics, including ordering raw materials, arranging transport movements, and handling SAP system tasks.
• Support the training and development of team members.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a chemical processing or manufacturing environment at the operator level.

Why Join Us?

• A structured shift pattern offering stability and work-life balance
• The opportunity to develop technical expertise and progress in a leading manufacturing environment.
• A culture that values safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Competitive salary and great benefits package.

Interested?

Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that drives excellence in chemical manufacturing!

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes.