Shift Production Operator
Accrington, Lancashire (commutable from North Manchester, Preston and surrounding areas)
Salary £27,000 + shift allowance
Permanent
Hours - 40 hours per week on an 8 hour, 3-shift rota (06:00am-14:00pm, 14:00pm - 22:00pm, and 22:00pm - 06:00am).
A driver's licence with access to a car will likely be needed as site is difficult to get to
Permanent
SRG is working with a global manufacturer of industrial speciality chemicals who are currently looking to add to their production team as they look to manufacture on a 24/7 basis towards the start of 2026. The role would suit someone with a background in chemistry, chemical engineering or an industrial process operator background. Applications are encouraged from chemistry graduates who would be interested in working in an industrial manufacturing environment. There is a clear progression plan in place once new starters are up to speed with the technology.
Role Description
1. Working as part of a shift team with chemical reactors in a manufacturing environment
2. Interpreting batch sheet instructions are followed, and health and safety procedures are adhered to
3. Sampling and weighing various potentially harmful raw materials
4. Oporating and monitoring reactors to set conditions
5. Working closely with the quality team to process samples
6. Keeping detailed records of batches
Requirements
7. Degree in chemistry or chemical engineering preferred or relevant industrial experience in a manufacturing environment
8. Ability to work with minimal supervision while following written instructions effectively
9. Fit and healthy enough to work in a manual manufacturing environment
10. Willing to work a rotating shift pattern
11. Driver's licence and access to a vehicle
12. Full right to work in the UK
If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on 0161 526 1885 If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit to view our other vacancies.
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