Shift Process Operator

Shift Process Operator

Location:-West Thurrock, Essex
Salary:--43,331.60 per annum
Shift Pattern:-4 On / 4 Off (2 Days, 2 Nights)
Holiday:-17.5 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pin Point Recruitment-is currently recruiting for an experienced-Shift Process Operator-on behalf of a well-established chemical manufacturing company based in West Thurrock. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regulated production environment where safety, quality, and operational excellence are paramount.

Essential Requirement

Applicants must have previous experience working with chlorine and/or hold recognised chlorine training.-Candidates without chlorine experience or chlorine-related training will not be considered for this position.

The Role

As a Shift Process Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a computer-controlled chemical manufacturing process. Working as part of a shift team, you will monitor plant performance, carry out operational checks, and ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor computer-controlled production processes.
• Monitor process parameters and adjust settings and set points as required.
• Read and interpret plant instrumentation and process data.
• Carry out the manual operation of valves, pumps, and associated plant equipment.
• Take product samples for laboratory analysis and perform routine on-site testing where required.
• Manage the loading and unloading of road tankers and oversee goods inwards and outwards activities.
• Operate forklift trucks where authorised and trained.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and operational records.
• Carry out routine housekeeping, cleaning, filter changes, and basic maintenance activities.
• Package and store finished products in line with company procedures.
• Manage waste streams safely and in accordance with environmental requirements.
• Report plant issues, equipment faults, and safety concerns promptly.
• Conduct detailed shift handovers to ensure effective communication between teams.
• Ensure full compliance with site health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience within a chemical manufacturing, process, or industrial production environment.
• Experience working with chlorine or formal chlorine training is essential.
• Knowledge of process plant operations and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret process information and instrumentation.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental procedures within a hazardous process environment.
• Experience with tanker loading/unloading operations is advantageous.
• Forklift Truck licence would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a shift team.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently when required.

Pin Point Recruitment-is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. If you have the required-chlorine experience or chlorine training-and are looking for your next challenge within the chemical process industry, we would like to hear from you.