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Chemical Operator

Location – Cambridgeshire

Sector – Chemical Manufacturing

Salary – £33,000 - £35,000 (depending on interview performance & experience)

Full time, permanent role

We are currently offering the opportunity for a Chemical Operator to join a company based in Cambridgeshire which produce specialised chemicals used in medicines, electronics, and other products.

This role is ideal for an individual with prior hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing within a chemical plant or similar environment.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Role

As a Chemical Operator, you will be responsible for:

  • Manufacturing specialised chemicals used in a variety of products including medicines and electronics,

  • Operating of manufacturing equipment and monitoring of production processes,

  • Troubleshooting any production issues,

  • Ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.

    Current / Recent Experience Required:

  • At least 1-3 years of relevant experience within chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing (essential).

  • Prior experience handling hazardous chemicals / materials (essential).

  • BSc / MSc / equivalent degree within a chemistry-based discipline (desired).

    Profile Required:

  • Existing UK work eligibility (essential).

  • Happy to commute / relocate to Cambridgeshire (essential).

  • An interest working within a chemical plant environment (essential).

    The Package

    Our client can offer a competitive salary and benefits package including private pension and life assurance

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