Production Operator
Location:
Manchester, UK
Start date:
ASAP
Contract Duration:
12 months renewable contract Start date: ASAP
Schedule:
Monday -Friday 7am to 3pm initially with the expectation that the role will eventually become a shift working role, following the MIDEL Shift pattern. May – September 2 days 2 nights 4 off and 2 days to night 6 off October - April
Production Operator opportunity within a manufacturing environment, supporting automated plant operations, production activity, and day-to-day operational standards.
Role Context
This position is based in a chemical and manufacturing setting and involves working with automated plant systems, production procedures, and a structured shift pattern over time.
About the Role
The Production Operator will contribute to the safe and efficient running of the production process by operating automated plant, supporting material movement, and maintaining high standards across the work area. The Production Operator will also support clear communication across departments and follow established procedures throughout daily activity.
Key Responsibilities
Operate an automated production plant in accordance with company procedure.
Load and unload materials using FLT.
Load and unload road tankers.
Liaise with various departments using telephone, face-to-face communication, and email.
Maintain housekeeping standards and follow all Health/Safety procedures.
Adhere to the Quality Management system and operate automated plant systems using SCADA System.
Follow a manufacturing process using SOP`S.
Work on a 12-hour shift pattern following the shift plan in place.
Required Experience & Qualifications
5+ years of chemical & manufacturing Experience
Ability to understand and operate automated plant using SCADA systems
Computer Literate
Following written procedures
Numerate, HSE awareness
Problem solving
Flexible approach to working practices
Reliable
Customer Focused
Excellent Communication skills
Must be flexible towards working hours as 12 hour shifts are required along with weekend working as part of the Midel shift rota
Mandatory Certifications
FLT License
C&Q or NVQ level 2 in process operations
IOSH desirable
Not Suitable Backgrounds
Inability to work weekends or nights
About Airswift
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift partners with organisations worldwide to deliver critical talent across complex projects, offering global reach and industry expertise.