At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate process plants safely, ensuring quality and efficiency in production.
- Company: Join Innospec, a global leader in specialty chemicals with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous pension contributions, annual bonuses, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values safety and quality while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Process Plant Operations and Fork Lift Truck License required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A vacancy has arisen for Process Operator to work with Innospec, within the Performance Chemicals business, at the Ellesmere Port site. The purpose of the role is to operate process plant safely and efficiently, maximising yield performance, producing a quality finished product.
Main Responsibilities:
- To operate process according to written SOP’s
- Operate a complex recipe driven DCS system
- Monitor the multiple stages of manufacture via the DCS
- Shunting activities
- Coupling and decoupling ISO tanks
- Basic product analysis
- Identified basic maintenance skills
- Demonstrate the good principles of starting and stopping pumps, opening and closing valves etc
- Give the right attention to detail when handling hazardous chemicals
- Specify control measures to reduce risk
- Carry out analysis using wet chemistry techniques
- Set up process equipment so that maintenance can be carried out safely
- Participate in the Site Journey to Zero Harm initiative
- Responsible signatory to allow maintenance work to happen on the plant
- Area housekeeping
- Accurate recording of data and compilation of shift reports
- Inputting of any data to safely and productively operate the process
- Create a quality Permit to Work to ensure that all hazards of carrying out maintenance are documented and control measures are in place
- Demonstrate high standards of plant cleanliness
- Carry out in-process testing
- Make decisions during the manufacturing process to ensure product quality meets the agreed specification
- Understand the priorities for each product to ensure production targets are met
- Understand the basic chemistry of the manufacturing process
- Recognise potential problems before they occur
- Apply troubleshooting techniques to achieve early resolution of problems
Role Requirements:
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Process Plant Operations
- Fork Lift Truck License holder
- Understand the principles of CoSHH relevant to plant operation
- Excellent attention to detail, with good written and oral skills
- Ability to undertake Shunting training to gain license
About Innospec:
Innospec is a global specialty chemicals company focused on bringing innovative new technologies to market combined with a fast and responsive service. We serve a range of industries across the world, bringing our products to customers in markets from oilfields, fuels, refineries and power stations to personal care and performance chemicals. Our global team of approximately 2,000 employees spans 22 countries, applying their extensive experience and market understanding to customers’ local needs. Integrating our global footprint with local service capability enables us to supply quality products that meet and anticipate changing market dynamics.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary alongside the following benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Up to 10% employee, 15% employer pension contributions
- Annual bonus scheme
- 6x death in service
- Private medical insurance
- 25 days annual leave
Process Operator employer: Innospec Inc.
Innospec is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a supportive work culture and numerous growth opportunities. With a commitment to innovation and local service, employees benefit from flexible working hours, comprehensive training resources, and a generous pension scheme, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the heart of the specialty chemicals industry.
