Job Description

PB Kent provides expertise in the development, formulation, manufacture, packaging and delivery of fertiliser products. Operating from a modern production facility based in Immingham UK, PB Kent manufacture a comprehensive range of quality fertiliser products to meet a vast array of individual customer requirements.





PB Kent manufacture many innovative market leading products that are distributed throughout the UK, Europe and international markets. We provide advice and assistance in product development based on comprehensive manufacturing capability including specifying raw materials, formulation, packaging and logistics.

Main Responsibilities

Organise intake & storage of all raw materials and monitor stock levels to ensure effective containment, material quality and accuracy. Ensure the production plan is continuously tracked to comply with production schedules. Supervise the formulation & mixing of products to achieve accurate and uniform product consistency. Monitor & control the operation of the herbicide intake system to control safety, consistency and quality. Operate the process plant to safely & efficiently produce quality granular products. Monitor and adjust process parameters in order to sustain reliable plant operation. Inspect, maintain & clean all plant equipment to keep up safety, quality and operational standards. Promote and sustain a high level of housekeeping to create a safe and efficient working area. Generate reports on production, material usage and equipment operation to effectively transfer information through the business. Continually assess plant and system operations to identify potential performance improvements. Carry out plant changeovers to maintain availability and safeguard start-up consistency. Regularly test products for size distribution, moisture content and general quality in order to establish efficient process settings and meet customer requirements. Control and record waste usage to reduce operating costs and impact to the environment. Carry out statutory site inspections and audits in-line with safety, environmental and quality system procedures. Assess hazards & risks for all work carried out (including contractor's work) and issue Permit-to-Work documents accordingly so as to safely control all activities in the work area. Act as site responsible person out of hours to continue effective operation of the site, make sure the site is secure and deal with any incidents. Issue equipment spares, PPE and supplies to support efficient use and control of company resources. Contribute to project development and implementation to produce optimum business improvements.

Skills Required

Flexible approach to working hours, job content and work location. Ability to assess situations and make logical decisions with minimal supervision. Effective communication, interpersonal and influencing attributes. Focused attitude with a high concentration level. Technically orientated, safety aware and quality focused. Responsible and conscientious nature. Attention to detail and good aptitude for documentation & systems.

Education

Essential

Good general education



Safety training



Basic IT training



Mobile plant training



Advanced IT training

Preferred

Recognised process or technical qualification



IOSH Certificate (or equivalent)

Quality system training




Advanced IT training

Experience

Essential

General Process Plant operation



Safety, environmental & quality systems



Equipment repair and maintenance



Indirect supervision



Reporting & documentation systems

Preferred

Operation of chemical processing or mechanical handling plant



ISO management systems



Mechanical and electrical engineering



Direct supervision



Mobile plant operation

It's you we're interested in


At Origin, we want everyone to have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexuality, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.




Having a diverse and inclusive business is vital for our future success and that's why we treat all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background or any other protected characteristic.