Join Syngenta as a Formulation Manufacturing Technician and become an integral part of our Manufacturing Team. In this dynamic role, you'll operate specialized plant equipment to meet and exceed our Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) standards while achieving production targets. Your expertise in chemical plant operations and commitment to safety will be crucial in maintaining our world-class manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:

Operate premix/milling and formulation workstations to meet production plans and quality standardsEnsure material availability for continuous plant manufacturePerform first-line engineering maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize efficiencySupport annual shutdown engineering maintenance programsRecord and analyze manufacturing and engineering data, implementing corrective actions as neededConduct formal and informal monitoring of plant equipment, initiating improvementsParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives and adapt to ongoing changesPerform AT-Line Laboratory analysis and testing of final products
Company Description

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group. 

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture. 

Qualifications
Understanding of chemical production plant operations and HS&E standards is an advantageExperience in multi-product production within Just-In-Time principlesProficiency in data recording, analysis, and corrective action implementationStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesCompetence in computer systems and relevant softwareAbility to work effectively both independently and in a team environmentFlexibility for shift work and adaptability to changing priorities
Additional Information

Site Details 

Syngenta's Grangemouth Manufacturing Centre is one of our two award-winning manufacturing sites in the UK. The site was founded in 1919 and today employs nearly 400 skilled people in a variety of roles that include manufacturing, engineering, scientific and production support. Our goal is to operate “safely, reliably and cost effectively” and to help growers protect their crops and increase their yield. 

At Syngenta Grangemouth we have four plants dedicated to active ingredient (AI) manufacture, and an existing finished product formulation and packaging plant, along with a new Seedcare plant currently under construction with a completion date in 2026.

What we offer 

Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.  Up to 31.5 days annual holiday. We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.    Learning culture and wide range of training options. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.  

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion