Production Operator

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

As a production operator you will work as part of a team responsible for the operation of our speciality production lines at optimum output and efficiencies with minimum downtime, whilst ensuring you comply with all safe systems of work and product is manufactured to meet quality standards and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake all your work safely and in compliance with Plant rules, the Site Safety Policy and participate in safety training programmes and safety audits
• Operate equipment in accordance with the Standard Operating Conditions and procedures to meet production targets
• Monitoring of operating parameters and equipment on the production line and taking appropriate actions to resolve deviations and process interruptions
• Coordinate product grade changes to minimize downtime and ensure accurate completion of grade change checklists
• Visual inspection and assessment of finished product and recording of results in the plant quality system
• Maintain good housekeeping standards by keeping work areas and equipment clean and in good order
• Provide effective handover to oncoming shift, detailing outstanding issues and forward plan

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Health & Safety awareness and experience
• SVQ Level 2 or equivalent SCQF Level 5 qualifications in 4 relevant subjects or a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in chemical manufacturing
• Technical aptitude to set up process equipment and resolve process problems
• Familiarity in use of computers and Microsoft applications

• Good analytical skills
• Ability to plan and prioritise workloads in line with Key Performance Indicators
• Experience in manufacturing and an awareness of quality and hygiene systems would be an advantage

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Have a high attention to detail and a knowledge of operational standards

Comprehensive training & development will be given to the successful candidates.

This role comes with a competitive remuneration package dependent on skills and experience including optional company pension, health, dental and vision cover. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and a valid work permit if required.

This is a full time, permanent position working the equivalent of 37.5 hours per week on a fully rostered 5 crew shift pattern which includes 12-hour day shifts, night shifts and weekend working.

If you require further information, please contact Ben.Irving@mylar.com, Plant 5 Shift Supervisor.