At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead shift operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in production processes.
- Company: Victrex, a leader in high-performance materials driving global innovation.
- Benefits: Join a safety-first team with opportunities for leadership and continuous improvement.
- Other info: Diverse workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on production while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing, strong analytical skills, and a proactive mindset.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
At Victrex, we create high-performance materials that power innovation across the globe. Behind every product is a team committed to safety, quality and operational excellence - and that's where you come in. We're looking for a Shift Lead Operator to take a key role on shift, leading process operations while ensuring production is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
About the role
As a Shift Lead Operator, you'll combine hands on operational expertise with shift leadership responsibilities. Acting as the lead Process Operator, you'll coordinate shift activities, optimise production performance and ensure operations are delivered right first time. This is a critical role where you'll influence safety, quality, and delivery, while supporting continuous improvement across the plant.
What you'll be doing:
- Operating manufacturing processes safely in line with SHE and operating procedures
- Leading shift activities to deliver production plans on time and in full
- Monitoring and optimising process conditions using data and analysis
- Identifying process issues and taking corrective action in line with standards
- Recording production data to support performance reviews and continuous improvement
- Coaching and supporting team members to embed new procedures and improvements
- Planning and prioritising shift resources to meet operational demands
- Acting as Incident Controller during emergency situations
- Issuing permits to work in line with defined safety procedures
What we're looking for:
We're looking for someone who brings strong technical capability, operational awareness, and leadership on shift. You'll have:
- Experience working in a complex, chemical, or hazardous manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of production processes and control standards
- Good analytical skills and the ability to optimise process performance
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- A proactive, quality focused mindset with strong attention to detail
- Experience planning tasks, prioritising work, and leading activities on shift
- Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Essential:
- GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English, or a relevant apprenticeship/industrial route
Desirable:
- Training in risk assessment processes
- Basic mechanical knowledge to support frontline maintenance
Why join Victrex?
At Victrex, you'll join a team where safety comes first, quality is non negotiable, and continuous improvement is part of everyday work. You'll have the opportunity to:
- Step into a lead role on shift, influencing performance and safety
- Contribute to major projects and plant improvements
- Develop your leadership capability in a high performing environment
EEO and diversity
Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
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Victrex is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a Shift Lead Operator, you'll not only lead critical operations but also have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills while contributing to innovative projects. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a culture that values diversity, Victrex offers a rewarding workplace where your contributions truly matter.
