Plant Operator - Contract - Walkden Location: Walkden, Fully on-site, no hybrid working available Rate: £17.17/hour PAYE Hours: 39 hours per week, Mon–Thurs (8 hours), Fri (7 hours) – 8:00am–4:00pm or 6:00am–2:00pm Contract Length: 3 months Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting for a Plant Operator to join our client’s site in Walkden on a 3-month contract. The successful candidate will play a vital role in safely managing the filling, inspection, and documentation processes of gas cylinders in line with operational procedures and safety regulations. Plant Operator Essential Requirements: * Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) licence * Prior experience working on a chemical plant * GCSEs or equivalent minimum qualification * Computer literacy * Must be eligible to work in the UK Plant Operator Key Responsibilities: * Operate pumps, cryogenic and non-cryogenic equipment to fill gas cylinders * Handle and load cylinders using forklift trucks * Complete and maintain accurate process documentation * Conduct product analysis to ensure compliance with specifications * Receive and check incoming product for conformity * Raise any operational or quality issues to supervisors * Inspect, clean, paint, label, and perform minor repairs on cylinders * Maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with PPE and hygiene regulations * Conduct analytical instrument calibration checks * Report quality issues or non-conforming product Plant Operator Equipment Involvement Includes: * Filling systems for O₂, N₂, Ar, CO₂, and other gas mixtures up to 230–300 bar * Cryogenic and non-cryogenic pumps, vaporizers, and analyzers * Forklift trucks and cylinder handling tools * CO₂ and LOX minitank fill systems * Computerised systems and documentation platforms Please note: This is a UK contract role, and candidates will require eligibility to work in the UK to be considered for this role