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Swinton, Manchester, United Kingdom Luxfer MEL Technologies Full time £35,692 - £40,000 per year

Job Title: Manufacturing Operative (Zirconium Plant)
Location: Manchester
Hours: 37 hours per week, 24/6 shift pattern (4-team rotation)
Department: Operations
Reports to: Team Leader / Manufacturing Manager Join Luxfer Mel Technologies – Where Innovation Meets Excellence
At Luxfer Mel Technologies, we're not just a manufacturer — we're a cutting-edge, technology-led business that's shaping the future of high-performance materials. Guided by our values—Customer First, Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Personal Development, and Teamwork—we're proud to develop advanced materials for customers around the globe.
We're currently recruiting a Manufacturing Operative to join our highly skilled Operations team in Manchester, working within our Zirconium plant. What You'll Gain:Competitive Salary Up to £35,732.31Potential to earn Annual bonus25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (Annualised hours)Enhanced company pensionOpportunity to participate in company share option schemePaid professional development opportunitiesPaid time to volunteerReferral schemeFree Parking Role Overview
Our highly skilled Manufacturing Operators are responsible for a wide range of activities within the Zirconium plant to support the effective running of the shift.
In this position, you will need to be flexible, versatile, and capable of covering different job roles—ensuring that the highest standards of safety, housekeeping, hygiene, and other manufacturing practices are achieved while working to agreed Operating Standards and striving for continuous improvement. Key ResponsibilitiesOperate a varied range of equipment and processes including powder and liquid handling, dissolution, drying, calcination, and milling technologies.Operate both batch processing and continuous running operations. Identify and resolve issues that may arise during the production process.Measure, mix, and add chemicals including strong acids and bases (liquids and powders) into the production process.Monitor and record process variables; adjust process parameters to optimise production and maintain control over equipment performance.Conduct in-process analysis, including pH testing, particle size, Loss on Drying (LOD). Use results to maintain production quality.Packing of finished goods into drums, bags, onto pallets or other forms of containers for transportation.Confirm work schedules onto SAP system. Maintain accurate records of production processes and quality data.Communicate effectively with the operations team. Take and deliver effective plant handovers.Ensure safe production practices and maintain high standards of cleanliness in your work areas.Manage your workload efficiently to meet production deadlines. Essential RequirementsMinimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths, English, and Science (Grade C/4 or above).At least 2 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment handling liquids and powders.Comfortable working with strong acids and base solutions.Basic IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office.FLT licenceExperience using SAP systems is desirable.Level 3 qualification preferably in process technology or chemical operations. Working Pattern37 hours per week, on a rotating 24/6 shift pattern (4-team rotation). Flexibility is required to meet business needs. Why Join Luxfer?Be part of a company that is committed to innovation and sustainability.Work in a hands-on environment where every shift makes a difference.Opportunity for career progression and personal development.Supportive team culture and structured onboarding. Ready to be part of a high-performing team in a world-class chemical manufacturing environment? Apply now and build your future with Luxfer Mel Technologies.
 

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