Chemical Operator with a FLT Counterbalance

DBR Group, acting as a Recruitment Agency, are recruiting for an experienced Chemical Operator with a FLT Counterbalance to work at our client who are a household name in the Chemical Industry, based in Irlam, Manchester.

Our client has been established for over 50 years and have been setting the standards in the provision of high-quality products and services to the chemical industry. Their formula for success has been and will continue to be total customer satisfaction; it is the driving force behind everything they do. Based in Irlam, Manchester, they are a leading UK chemical manufacturer and global distributor of surfactants and speciality industrial chemicals. Their chemicals are supplied into various industrial markets including Personal Care, Household & Institutional Cleaning and Industrial sectors including Energy Extraction, Agriculture, Lubricants, Metal Working and Coatings markets.

Job brief

Working for a very well-established company in Irlam, Manchester, you will be working as a Chemical Operator with a FLT Counterbalance on a permanent position.

At our client, they require you to be diligent and committed to ensure the materials coming onto site and leaving site are correct, safe and in good condition, as this will help ensure health and safety on site. Their customers expect high levels of quality and service, and a major way this expectation can be met is by the condition their materials are received this is vital in the continued growth of the business. Supporting Production by marshalling, organising and replacing part consumed containers are also essential aspects of being a Chemical Operator at Libra Chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all goods that are loaded or unloaded match the relevant paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Taking responsibility for Libras freight and assets you are the first and last touchpoint for materials entering and leaving site.
• Storing and rotating stock according to established procedures FIFO as a priority.
• Reporting any damaged or missing goods to Warehouse Supervisor.
• Keeping the warehouse and storage areas environment clean and tidy and maintaining equipment such as Forklift Trucks and warehouse office areas.
• Following COMAH health and safety rules when handling goods.
• Ensuring efficient operations by adhering to operational procedures, rules and schedules as set out by Operations Management Team.
• Always treating chemical containers and equipment on site with care and concern.

Requirements and skills

.Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence essential

Chemical experience is advantageous as training will be provided

Excellent team-working skills to effectively collaborate with other members of a warehouse team.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of handling, storing, and labelling hazardous products.

Computer literacy, including relevant software programs Outlook, EFACS, Excel etc

Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills to coordinate large volumes of goods.

Hands-on commitment to complete their assigned tasks quickly and safely.

Detail orientated mindset.

Honesty and trustworthiness.

The ability to work effectively under limited supervision.

Remuneration

Basic salary - £25397 per annum

Shift allowance - £2700 per annum

Shifts

Shifts 12-hour shifts, 6am 6pm, in a rotation of:

Week 1 3 nights, Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Week 2 3 days, Wednesday Thursday Friday

Week 3 2 days (Monday & Tuesday) & 2 nights (Thursday & Friday)

If you are interested in the job role, please click Apply and upload your most up to date CV.