Mixing Plant/Granulation Operative

ROLE: Mixing Plant Granulation Operative
HOURS: Weekly rotational shift pattern; 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am, 4 on, 4 off - Permanent Role
SALARY: £15.07 p/hr, plus £1 p/hr shift allowance - £32,912.88 basic, £35,096.88 inclusive of shift allowance
BENEFITS: Healthcare cash plan, 3x Salary Life Assurance, Shift allowance (as included above)
BASE: Site Based - Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton

Eurocell are a stock market listed Plc and the market leader for uPVC products within the building industry. We know that our people are our greatest asset, we are successful, dynamic, ambitious and looking for great team players to grow with us.

We have an additional opportunity for a Mixing Plant/Granulation Operative to support our Mixing Plant Management and Extrusion teams, based at our Clover Nook Site, Somercotes, Alfreton.

The PVC Mixing Plant Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining the PVC mixing equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality PVC compounds. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards.

WHAT OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES DO:

Operate and monitor PVC mixing equipment to produce PVC compounds according to specified formulations and production schedules
Prepare and load raw materials into mixers, ensuring accurate measurements and proportions
Monitor the mixing process to ensure consistency and quality of the final product
Conduct routine inspections of mixing equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime
Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions or process deviations
Maintain accurate production records, including batch numbers, material usage, and production outputs
Adhere to safety protocols and ensure a clean and safe working environment
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and product qualityWHAT WE NEED FROM OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES:

Full UK driving licence
FLT licence desirable
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to perform routine troubleshooting on equipment
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication and organisational skills
Basic computer skills for data entry and record-keeping
WHAT WE OFFER OUR MIXING PLANT/GRANULATION OPERATIVES:

You will be rewarded with very competitive pay of £15.07 p/hr, plus £1 p/hr shift allowance - (£32,912.88 basic, £35,096.88 inclusive of shift allowance)

25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays - normally 33 days in total each year

Free Healthcare plan for all employees

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefit

Free Life Assurance Plan of 3x your Annual Salary Christmas shutdown

Option to join the Eurocell Share Save Scheme at discounted rates, and share in our company success

Company Pension Plan

Employee discount on Eurocell products

Discounts across many well-known online and high street retailers

A blend of training, including e-learning and on the job training to help your career development

Care First Employee Assistance Programme, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for confidential support and advice, if and when you need it

Colleague Referral Programme; we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team

Excellent opportunities to grow with us, and progress your career

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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