Chemical Plant Operator position paying up to £50,904 + a great benefits package! Working with a global Chemical Manufacturer based in the Runcorn area of Cheshire.

Salary and Benefits of the Chemical Plant Operator

• Annual Salary up to £50,904


• 33 Days Annual Leave (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)


• Annual Bonus


• Life Assurance Policy


• Private Medical Insurance


• Income Protection Scheme


• Pension - Up to 9% Employer Contribution

Role and Responsibility of the Chemical Plant Operator

As the Plant Operator, you will be an integral member of the Production Team, working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site in their Chemical Manufacturing department.

You will be working as part of a team on a shift pattern to ensure the day-to-day operations of the plant running smoothly and safely.

Including working under the supervision and direction of the Team Leader to optimise maintenance activities to meet the S&OP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and operation of Steam Stripping Section of the plant.


• Safe and reliable operation of the assets to meet sales and Operating Plan requirements ensuring environmental limits are not exceeded.


• Preparation for maintenance activities including isolation and decontamination of the plant under the direction of the shift team leader.


• Performing housekeeping routines and plant inspections.


• Annual Overhaul System - working in a team of plant and contract support personnel to complete the work.


• Collection and analysis of in Process, feed and product samples.


• Continuously improve assets performance and ensure that the plant is operated and maintained to the optimum so that it is a reliable and cost-effective manufacturing unit.

Essential Criteria of the Chemical Plant Operator

• A minimum of 3 years' experience of working in a Chemical or Process Manufacturing environment.


• An NVQ Level 3 in Plant or Process Operations (or a related Science-based field).


• Experience of working on an Upper-Tier COMAH Site as a Process Operator.


• Strong working knowledge of SHE Procedures - Safe Systems of Work, Permits to Work and Lock Outs and Tag Outs.


• Operational knowledge of Chemical Processes (Gas Chromatography, Separation and Washing).


• Forklift Truck License - (Counterbalance).

How to Apply for the Chemical Plant Operator role

To apply for the role of Chemical Plant Operator, please submit your CV direct for review or contact Toni-Marie Monks at E3 Recruitment.