Job Description

Based at Celotex by Soprema - Eggborough

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To be responsible for the operation of the plant in accordance with the agreed company standards and specifications in order to ensure the safe, continuous, effective and efficient production of excellent quality Celotex by Soprema Products

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Essential:

A strong awareness and respect for Health & Safety and the Environment Ability to work collaboratively in a team with minimum supervision Proven track record of being reliable, resilient and adaptable To have a detailed knowledge of the safe and correct operation of all required production machinery and equipment Is committed to delivering high quality in everything they do: able to demonstrate tenacity in overcoming obstacles and challenges A commitment to learning and keeping skills and knowledge up to date
Desirable:

To have an awareness of WCM and / or Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies Hold a valid and current Forklift Truck License Be IT literate

MAIN TASKS OF THE JOB:

Safely and correctly operate production machinery and equipment

Ensures correct procedures and isolations are followed at all times

Always considers the safety and environmental aspects of the task before executing it

Demonstrates an absolute commitment to the safety of themselves and others

Safely and correctly handles all chemicals and materials. Is familiar with all raw materials including chemicals, facing and packaging and follows all instructions relating to them at all times

Is aware of the environmental routines and measures relative to their area

Reports all incidents / near misses and is proactive in engaging with safety systems and routinely has safety conversations

Puts forward suggestions to improve the site's safety and environmental performance

Follows the production plan and selects the correct chemicals and materials required. Makes necessary and authorised adjustments to the equipment to make the best quality products, informing the Production Team Leader and/or Shift Manager of any problems, issues or shortages to ensure the appropriate remedial action to resolve them is taken

Works to the agreed standard operating procedures

Understands the importance of consistent quality and works to achieve this while on shift

Has a good understanding of product quality, standards and customer requirements

Ensures all required data and documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner

Understands continuous improvement methodology/techniques and uses these to support the identification of losses and improvement opportunities

Ensures all changeovers are completed as efficiently as possible

Completes all sampling and quality testing as required and keeps the Shift Manager and Quality Control team informed of any issues

Rejects any suspect material (Raw Materials or Finished Goods) and escalates to line manager to ensure manufacture of quality products

Take part in and fulfil allocated 'maintainer' duties relating to TPM, 5S, AM (Autonomous Maintenance), cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and housekeeping of the plant and equipment

Ensures tags are raised for any equipment not performing correctly, liaising with engineering to support the remedial work

Support all plant trials and aid their evaluation

Train and provide guidance to all Engineers and Operators as required

Assists with adding the required details of the shift performance and facilitates an effective handover

Engages in effective communication with the Production Team Leader on all aspects of their role and the operation

Is planned, organised and focused in order to meet the production requirements

Willing to go the extra mile (safely!)

Works with colleagues to identify and eliminate errors and performance deficit at root cause level

Shift Pattern:

Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07 - 19 days

Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 19 - 07 nights

Week 3 - Monday, Tuesday 07 - 19 days / Thursday 19 - 07 nights, Friday 19 - 04 nights

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Goole: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Reference ID: Celotex by Soprema - Production Operative