Manpower is recruiting for Scientific Productions Operatives. Recent graduates in engineering/science or related subjects looking to gain experience in the battery or chemical industry or individuals with operation experience in chemical/pharma or related industries would be ideal for this role. This is a 6-month temporary contract for an exciting new product.
Pay rates:£12.50 for days / £15.00 for nights
Shift pattern:4-day shifts, 4-night shift, 4 days off – no changes to this shift pattern ( working 8 days in a row, followed by 4 days off). Rotational shifts.
Duties include:
* Operation of the pilot plant equipment (training provided)
* Assembly and disassembly of plant equipment for either maintenance or troubleshooting (training provided)
* Monitoring of production processes and fault diagnosis
* Handling and preparations of raw materials and products
* Ensuring high quality standards are maintained throughout
* Adhering to all health and safety regulations and guidance as well as promoting a safe culture
* Acting as members of site Emergency Response Team.
* Keeping high standards of housekeeping
Criteria:
* Eligible to work in the UK
* Minimum NVQ/BTEC qualification in technical or scientific field
* Exceptional attention to detail
* Experience following SOPs
* Comfortable working with tools (Assembly and disassembly of plant equipment)
* Able to perform manual handling tasks lifting up the HSE specified limits: 25Kg for men, 16 Kg for women.
* Able to perform strenuous activity while wearing a respirator.
* Flexibility to work shifts and support the production activities through overtime (always agreed, never imposed)
* Understanding of hazards associated with chemical reactions, pressure, temperature, gases, powders, solvents and hazardous materials handling in general
* Good communication skills
* PC literate
* First aid trained (will be provided)
* Forklift licence (will be provided)
Apply today and a representative will be in touch shortly.