Vacancy: Production Operator - 6 Month FTC

Location: Royston

Job Family: Manufacturing

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Process Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining and improving chemical processes; ensuring that departmental production targets are achieved to meet customer and business unit specifications with complete adherence to Quality, Environmental and H&S requirements

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.  We have more 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Your responsibilities:Following operating procedures and standardised work, record process information accurately using percentages and basic math calculationsEffective management of finishing customer orders through dispensing and packaging through to despatch. Ensuring that On Time In Full deliveries are maintained at 100%Administering customer specific detail required for COA/COCLabel printing from existing templates and maintaining label & print stocks. Printing using Quark/LPI and Barcoder softwareManage waste/batch end material streams in conjunction with Production, Technical and QCAdhere to waste and recycling management procedures to control costs, ensuring waste reduction is maximised

Requirements for the role:Experience and knowledge of working within a Chemical Production Environment and be able to demonstrate understanding and respect for potential hazardous materials or operating machinery would be a significant advantageGood level of maths, including recording data and calculating percentagesA GCSE Grade C in English and Math (Single Award) or equivalent is a minimum requirement unless candidates can show that their experience has provided equivalent knowledgeGood level of both written and verbal English is required to ensure a high quality of recording and the procedures can be followedStrong communicator and the ability to interact with staff at all levelsAbility to work as part of a team

How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career.  Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online.  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply:  Find Jobs - Workday (myworkday.com)

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