Job Description

Process Operator - Hartlepool

Join a global leader in industrial minerals and specialty chemicals.

Omya is a world-renowned producer of calcium carbonate and dolomite-based fillers and pigments, serving key markets such as paper & packaging, polymers, construction materials, food & nutrition, personal care, agriculture, and environmental applications. Founded in 1884, Omya operates more than 180 production sites in over 50 countries and employs almost 9,000 people globally.

We are currently recruiting for a Process Operator to join our dedicated team in Hartlepool.

What we offer:

Shifts: 4 on, 4 off (12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights) Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Benefits:
- Competitive salary.

- Pension scheme with company contribution.

- Private medical, dental, and optical coverage.

- Life insurance and health screening.

- Additional leave for long service.

- Ongoing training and personal development.

- Supportive, safety-first working environment.

Key responsibilities:

Operate and monitor process equipment to ensure safe, efficient production Control the process from the control room, responding effectively to alarms or abnormalities Conduct routine checks, inspections, and basic maintenance of plant equipment Always follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines Maintain high housekeeping standards across plant areas, equipment, and vehicles Achieve production and quality targets while supporting environmental and safety goals Monitor raw material levels and complete required production or incident reports Support continuous improvement initiatives and team collaboration Prepare product packaging for next step in production or for final shipment to customer according to department specifications

What we're looking for:

GCSEs or equivalent qualifications (a technical background is an advantage) Experience in a process or manufacturing environment preferred Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow precise instructions Confident problem-solver with good troubleshooting skills Comfortable working in a fast-paced, shift-based environment Basic computer literacy (data entry, logging production data) The successful candidate must be able to safely carry out manual handling tasks as part of their regular duties.
Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

process engineering: 3 years (preferred) operator : 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person