Plant Operations Specialist

1 week ago


ThorntonCleveleys, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victrex Full time
About the Role

As a key member of our powder manufacturing team, we are seeking an experienced Run Plant Engineer to join our headquarters in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to drive operational excellence and ensure the smooth delivery of our production plan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the Manufacturing Leader in delivering business objectives by identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring targets are met, and implementing process improvements.
  • Provide technical expertise in operational areas, including process assets, standard operating procedures, and operating systems.
  • Lead the development and implementation of safety, health, and environmental (SHE) performance strategies, coaching and influencing shift teams to achieve value stream objectives.
  • Analyse deviations and triage resolutions using root cause analysis (RCA), addressing accident/incident management (AIMS) events and corrective action reports (CARs).
  • Collaborate with the Manufacturing Leader to drive business-as-usual operations efficiency and identify continuous improvement opportunities in the Victrex Management System (VMS). Key focus areas include quality management processes, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), operating expenses (OPEX) management, and lean workplace organisation.
  • Own OEE data, developing mechanisms for operator engagement to ensure accurate collection, detailed analysis, and resolution.
  • Conduct technical evaluations within the production environment for all management of change submissions.
  • Cultivate shift teams on aspects of safety, quality, delivery, costs, and performance.
  • Assist the Manufacturing Leader in customer complaint investigations.
Requirements

We seek an exceptional candidate with:

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and experience working under pressure.
  • Proven knowledge of process optimisation and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
About Us

Victrex is a world leader in high-performance polymer solutions, serving strategic markets such as automotive, aerospace, energy, and industrial, electronics, and medical. We develop innovative materials that enable environmental and societal benefits for our customers and markets.

We strive for sustainability and have achieved recognition through the prestigious Ecovadis Silver Award. Our company culture values passion, innovation, and performance, driving us towards results-oriented growth while prioritising our community's well-being.



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