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We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our chemical plant support team in the pivotal role of Run Plant Support. This position is a day support role to the production teams and offers a chance to contribute significantly to our production efficiency and quality, ensuring continuous operational excellence.
Working closely with the run plant engineers, a successful candidate will be able to develop excellent working relationships with the production teams, support live issues and also plan and implement longer term improvements in line with the area strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide support to the Run Plant Engineers and shift teams with core operational activities, to include:
o Development of standard operating processes (SOP’s)
o Resolution of customer complaints and undertaking corrective action report (CAR) investigations
o Improvements to overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
o Support the creation of a lean manufacturing environment
o Action updates to failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) to ensure CI of processes
* Support the resolution of safety and quality deviations by undertaking technical investigation and assisting with root cause analysis (RCA)
* Work to a high standard of SHE performance, to support the achievement of yearly SHE objectives
* Support the maintenance and collection of equipment performance data, identifying and implementing mechanisms for operator engagement to ensure accurate data collection
* Implement operational actions from management of change submissions including: operating instruction updates, training briefs, logistical improvements, etc
* Provide support to the shift teams in core operational activities including permit to work, troubleshooting, trend analysis and reporting
* Execute initial problem solving methodologies to resolve plant issues at the local level (yellow belt / 4c).
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a technical background in engineering or a related field, with proven experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills, ability to work collaboratively, and a commitment to continuous learning are essential.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and supportive environment.
* Inclusion in a culture driven by passion, innovation, and performance.
* Being part of a company committed to sustainability and positive societal impact.
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.
At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.
About Victrex
Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.
With over 40 years‘ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders
Vision and culture
At Victrex we have a clear purpose: to bring transformational and sustainable solutions which address world material challenges every day.
This underpins our core values; passion, innovation and performance which are at the heart of our business.
Our culture is shaped by how we work together, driving for results with a focus on customers, continuous improvement and doing the right thing. Our values, passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of our business and we value and recognise how every employee plays an important role in enabling us to deliver our growth strategy.
Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We have recently become winners of the prestigious Ecovadis Silver Award, which is a universal acknowledgement of our sustainability rating as being in the top 5% of over 75,000 companies. We are also proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer.
Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:
The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.
We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.
We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!
That email is: enablerecruitment@victrex.com
Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community.
Please talk to us about flexible working.
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