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Production Technician

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Wolviston Management Services

Job Description

Production Technician
Teesside
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Working Pattern: Shift Work
 
The Opportunity
Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting a leading international chemical manufacturing organisation in the recruitment of experienced Production Technicians to join their established Operations team at a major industrial facility in Teesside.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation operating within a complex, COMAH-regulated chemical manufacturing environment.
the successful candidates will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of chemical processes, maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and operational performance.
We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals with experience in chemical manufacturing, petrochemicals, process operations or other highly regulated industrial environments.
 
The Role
As a Production Technician, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and production processes, ensuring compliance with site procedures, environmental regulations and operational standards.
Working as part of an experienced shift team, you will monitor plant performance, identify potential issues and support continuous improvement initiatives to maximise safety, reliability and efficiency.
 
Key responsibilities will include:
  • Operating and monitoring chemical processing plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Ensuring all operations comply with COMAH regulations, site safety procedures and environmental standards.
  • Carrying out plant isolations and supporting safe maintenance activities.
  • Monitoring process conditions, recording operational data and responding effectively to alarms or abnormal operating conditions.
  • Supporting plant start-ups, shutdowns and operational changeovers.
  • Undertaking first-line fault finding and troubleshooting to minimise operational disruption.
  • Identifying equipment defects, process issues and opportunities to improve plant reliability.
  • Supporting root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.
  • Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, safety and operational discipline.
  • Working closely with Shift Managers, Maintenance, Engineering and other operational teams.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plant safety, performance and efficiency.
About You
We are looking for motivated and safety-conscious individuals who have experience working within chemical manufacturing, process operations or similar industrial environments.
 
To be considered, you should ideally have:
  • A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant technical, engineering or vocational discipline.
  • Previous experience working within chemical manufacturing, petrochemical, process manufacturing or heavy industrial operations.
  • A strong understanding of plant operations, process safety and safe systems of work.
  • Experience working within COMAH-regulated or other high-hazard environments would be advantageous.
  • Practical experience of plant monitoring, equipment isolation and operational troubleshooting.
  • The ability to work effectively within a shift-based operational environment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across different departments.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving, safety and continuous improvement.
  • The confidence to work independently, make sound operational decisions and escalate issues when required.
  • A willingness to develop new skills and undertake additional training.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established international chemical manufacturer with a strong focus on operational excellence, process safety and continuous improvement.
You will become part of an experienced and supportive operations team, working within a technically challenging environment where safety, teamwork and professional development are key priorities.