Plant Operator - Manufacturing in Sittingbourne

Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the manufacturing team could be the perfect opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values‑led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us. As a Group we are a global manufacturer of construction materials and our 43,500 team members in 90 countries across 300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.

We’re recruiting a Mobile Plant Operator to join our manufacturing team at our Sittingbourne site. The role works on a 4-on, 6-off rota and requires flexibility to work 12‑hour day and night shifts, including weekends.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensure manufacturing operations are safe, efficient, and compliant with customer specifications.
• Support decision‑making, share insights on successes and challenges, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to drive best practices on shift.
• Uphold high standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality compliance.
• Organise your area with support from the Team Leader.
• Meet or exceed targets and KPIs.
• Accurately capture and manage data using systems like SAP.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues.
• Assist in identifying and resolving root‑cause issues, including production problems and machine breakdowns, whilst escalating these to the maintenance teams.
• Perform quality checks to meet standards, working closely with Technical teams.
• Suggest ideas and solutions for continuous improvements, looking to enhance team performance, sharing knowledge and best practices.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Take action to minimise downtime and boost process efficiency.
• Utilise downtime for rework, maintenance, or compliance checks.
• Ensure area ownership and maintain good housekeeping.
• Perform any additional duties required to fulfill the role.

What We’d Love For You To Have

• A high regard for health and safety standards with an understanding of H&S regulations.
• A good level of spoken & written English.
• IT literacy: proficiency in the basic functions of MS Office Word, Excel and SAP.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Flexibility to work within the current shift pattern, which includes both day and night shifts.

We Will Provide

• A competitive salary of almost £37,000 per annum + bonus.
• Three paid days leave for community, charitable, or voluntary commitments.
• 7% employer pension contribution.
• Level 3 Westfield Cashplan Healthcare.
• Income Protection.
• Access to a Reward & Benefits platform.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (legal or medical advice).
• Life Assurance (x 4 times your basic salary).
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Tech Scheme.

What Happens Next?

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