Plant Operative

Our client is a longstanding manufacturing business based in Hull and they are seeking an experienced Plant Operative to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is working on site within their manufacturing areas. Duties: * Operate rotary kilns, coolers, screens, blenders and associated finishing plant equipment in accordance with approved operating procedures and safe systems of work. * Prepare and feed raw materials into the production process to meet production schedules and product specifications. * Monitor plant performance, process conditions and equipment operation, taking appropriate action or reporting abnormalities to the Production Supervisor. * Operate blending equipment in accordance with approved batch cards, ensuring product quality and batch integrity are maintained throughout the process. * Complete routine inspections of plant and equipment, identifying defects, wear or abnormal operating conditions. * Accurately record production data, process parameters, meter readings and batch information. * Prepare products for packaging, ensuring all labels, batch information and customer requirements are correct. * Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and ensure work areas remain clean, organised and free from hazards. * Inspect, monitor and record the performance of Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV) systems and dust extraction equipment, ensuring collected material is safely handled and disposed of. * Work in compliance with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures, taking responsibility for personal safety and that of colleagues. * Promptly report safety concerns, equipment failures, quality issues and production deviations. * Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency and housekeeping. * Work collaboratively with colleagues across Production, Maintenance, Quality and Logistics to ensure efficient site operations. * Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role as requested by management. Working hours: The role is 12hrs working a 4 on and 4 off shift pattern (2 days, 2 nights, 4 off) this is over a 7 days rota (inc weekends) Experience: * Previous experience working within a manufacturing, processing or industrial environment. * Good understanding of safe working practices within an industrial setting. * Ability to follow written operating procedures and production instructions. * Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a shift team. * Ability to accurately complete production records and documentation. * Good attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products. * Ability to identify plant abnormalities and report issues promptly. * Self-motivated with a proactive approach to housekeeping and continuous improvement. * Physically capable of working within an industrial production environment. * Previous experience operating rotary kilns. * Experience operating blending or mixing equipment. * Knowledge of bulk materials handling systems, conveyors and elevator systems * Experience using forklifts or other mobile plant. * Understanding of LEV systems and dust control equipment. * Basic mechanical aptitude and fault-finding skills. * GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths. * FLT License (Counterbalance). * Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) License. * First Aid at Work. * Manual Handling. * IOSH working safely (or equivalent) The Consultancy: Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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