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Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Process Operator on a 3 Month Contract, based in Yorkshire.

Role Summary

The Process Operator will be responsible for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing production processes, ensuring equipment runs safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. The role involves working closely with engineers, technicians, and maintenance teams to maintain high levels of operational performance and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust process equipment in line with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct routine checks on machinery and control systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Record and analyze process data, reporting deviations or abnormalities to the engineering team.
• Assist in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving process or equipment issues.
• Support start-up, shut-down, and changeover activities in line with operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations at all times.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and engineering staff to schedule repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, safety, and product quality.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation as required.
• Participate in training programs and support the onboarding of new operators.

Requirements

• NVQ, BTEC, or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Process Operations, or related discipline (preferred).
• Previous experience as a Process Operator or in a similar role within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, mechanical/electrical equipment, and operational safety.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, process flow diagrams, and engineering instructions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work shifts and respond to operational needs.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Process Operator – Power Station

Circa £31,000 - £5,000 + benefits

Ely, Cambridgeshire

MC Technical Recruitment are currently recruiting a Process / Plant Operator to join a renewable energy power plant in Cambridgeshire. As a Process Operator you will be responsible for a range of operational activities to ensure the plant hits its production targets in a safe and efficient manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

As the Process Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Performing plant walk-arounds and inspections, ensuring optimum performance of plant machinery
• Carrying out first line maintenance work when appropriate
• Assisting with plant shutdowns and preventative maintenance
• Assist and cover the Fuel Operators role when required
• Operating a range of mobile plant including FLTs, excavators etc
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly plant condition
• Training up on the DCS (Distributed Control System) over time
• Other duties as required

To be considered for this role you should have:

• Production/operations or maintenance experience in a heavy process industrial environment e.g. power generation, anaerobic digestion, water treatment, chemical production, food or manufacturing

Navy Engineers with good operations and maintenance experience are also encouraged to apply

• Engineering qualifications such as an apprenticeship, NVQ or BTEC is desirable
• Mobile plant skills desirable but not essential
• Willingness to work on a 12-hour shift pattern that includes both days and nights

What’s on offer?

• A competitive starting salary circa £3 000 to 5,000 depending on experience
• Company pension
• Site bonus
• Overtime
• Training and development
• The opportunity to work with a leading company in the renewable energy sector

How to apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link below or contact Darren at MC Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed)/ (url removed) for a confidential chat

Process Operator
Location Bristol
Salary 13. 14.00 per hour to start negotiable on experience + overtime
Full time 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday, early finish on Friday
Mon -Thu 07:30 a.m. - 16:00 pm. Fri 07:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Overtime (when available) paid at time and half.

Benefits
Annual Leave 25 days + Bank Holidays.
Simply Health Plan & DIS Benefit after 1 years' service

Job description
Permanent position, our team is growing!
The company is a family-owned engineering company, machining high specification metallic components for the aerospace sector.
Our investment in industry leading machine tools is complemented by our knowledge, expertise and attention to detail. Our continuous development within the organisation and specialist team lets us continue to compete in a rapidly evolving industry that has an exciting future ahead.

Responsibilities:
To work across several manual and special processes including assembly, deburring, part marking, part degreasing and testing.
Assembling aerospace components, fasteners, inserts.
Deburring, and finishing operations for machined components.
Pressure Testing: Pneumatic and Hydraulic.
Part Marking: Dot Peen, Chemi-Etching, Ink Jetting, Vibro-etching
Ultra Sonic cleaning and degreasing.
Tapping threaded holes.
Support the loading and unloading of heat treatment
Appropriate training and shadowing work will be completed to ensure processes are understood and explained. An initiative and drive to learn skills are essential for someone to do well in this role.

Skills & Experience
Essential:
Knowledge of abrasive wheels
Knowledge of deburring media
Knowledge of deburring and sharp edge requirements
Knowledge of deburring tools and instruments
Basic understanding of drawings
Basic assembly knowledge
Knowledge of set up and process of part marking techniques
Desirable:
Good manual dexterity - use of hand tools, scalpels, brushes
Attention to detail with very good vision (either natural or corrected); close vision, ability to adjust focus, and excellent hand/eye coordination
Patience with repetitive jobs and ability to multi-task
Good working knowledge of manufacturing techniques and Engineering drawings is desirable
Experience within an Aerospace sector is advantageous

You will be required to undertake a BPSS Security Clearance check

Please apply with your CV in the first instance.
Wright Staff are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

This is an opportunity to join a globally leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company as a Process Operator and take the next step in your career with a business that values development, training, and long-term progression. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Process Operator to contribute to the large-scale production of pharmaceutical products while gaining hands-on experience in a highly regulated environment.

This position involves working 12-hour days, nights, and weekend shifts on a 24/7 rotating schedule for 7 weeks, followed by an 18-day break which is supported by a competitive salary plus shift allowance.

The Role:

As a Process Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring pharmaceutical production runs smoothly, efficiently, and safely. You'll be responsible for:

• Operating equipment and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support production targets.
• Performing sampling, equipment monitoring, and maintaining detailed records.
• Identifying and resolving production issues, contributing to root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Upholding strict Health & Safety protocols and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Supporting site housekeeping and routine safety inspections.
• Participating in plant performance improvement initiatives as an experienced and proactive Process Operator.

Experience required for Process Operator:

To succeed as a Process Operator in this role, candidates should have a strong technical background in production or operations, ideally within a COMAH site in the chemical or pharmaceutical sector. Experience with HPLC, GC, GMP, or a degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is highly desirable.

If you are a motivated Process Operator looking to join a company that offers technical challenges, and excellent career prospects, this is the opportunity for you.

Apply today to learn more.

• Title : Process Operator - Full Time
• Pay Rate : 16.65ph
• Location : Speke, Liverpool
• Shift : 4 on 4 off (days)
• Contract : Seasonal Contract (Jan 2026 - End of June 2026)
• Hours : 12 hours

SRG is on the lookout for Pharma Process Operators with experience, passion to learn, or interest in the GMP pharmaceutical sector to join a global powerhouse in Liverpool. We're gearing up for the 2026 manufacturing season, and we want you to be part of the action at our cutting-edge Speke facility. Here, we don't just make vaccines; we craft the future of flu prevention.

Our client's site in Speke is their global centre of excellence for the production of flu vaccine portfolio. Through innovation, collaboration and ongoing investment the site in Speke has the facilities to research, develop, produce and distribute up to 20 million vaccine doses each year for the global market.

As a Process Operator, your mission is to keep our production lines running like clockwork, ensuring top-quality products in line with GMP standards.

Your duties:

• Be the GMP Guru: Keep everything from documentation to cleanliness, and safety in check.
• Tick the Boxes: Ensure all production tasks are done right and on time - from cleaning to record-keeping.
• Master the Docs: Accurately complete batch records and other critical documentation.
• Stock Savvy: Make sure all needed supplies are available and accounted for.

Requirements:

• GMP Experience: Knowledge of GMP from pharma or similar industries, or interest to learn.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with PCs, plus GCSE-level English and Maths.
• Efficiency Enthusiast: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and always look for ways to level up.
• People Person: Top communication skills and a friendly attitude.
• Start Strong: Ready to start early January 2026

In return:

• Competitive Pay: We value your skills and compensate accordingly.
• World-Class Exposure: Gain experience in a cutting-edge global organisation.
• Modern Working: Work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Process Operator    
Location: Oswestry WTW
Rate: £400 per shift + Enhanced Overtime rates - LTD Company/Outside IR35
Duration: 9 Months
Sector: Water./Wastewater Treatment Plant
 
An exciting position has come available for a Tier 1 contractor on the United Utilities (UU) water AMP7 framework for a experienced Process operator to work on a contract basis.
 
Role Requirements for you.
 
Able to demonstrate knowledge of the Wastewater assets and processes and be comfortable in an operational environment. The nature of this activity maybe be physically demanding and will require you to be flexible in your approach with a mixture of proactive and reactive work orders.
 
Responsibilities:
 
·Responsibility for process monitoring of the new plant
·Daily monitoring of the process operating parameters (MLSS, SSVI, final effluent analyses, sludge thickener performance, sludge, chemicals)
·Daily monitoring of equipment (oxidation ditch (inducers, blowers, instruments, ferric, caustic, sludge thickeners, etc)
·Monitoring of analysers, recalibration of instruments, ordering of reagents
·Adjustment of process parameters to maintain performance
·Reporting to Advance Plus process commissioning engineer
·Consultation with client, suppliers and Advance Plus process team
·Regular meetings with UU re progress, performance, etc
·Daily logs
·Ordering of chemicals as required (including ferric, caustic, poly, reagents, cuvettes for sampling analyses)
·Taking deliveries of chemicals
·Assisting Advance Plus team with shutdowns, access, etc
 
If interested please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch if successful.
 

Our client, based in Houghton Le Spring, iscurrently undergoing significant investment to increase capacity and install world leading environmental controls. As a result, they are currently recruiting Process Operators to join the team, working in various locations within the facility.

Duties & responsibilities:

• Must be safety focussed, demonstrate good safety behaviours and be comfortable to raise safety concerns should they arise.
• Experience of working with chemicals and COSHH would be an advantage. Must be comfortable wearing PPE including a full face mask when required (no facial hair permitted).
• Required to operate various critical processes including i) impregnation and drying plant, ii) thermal processing equipment and iii) onsite effluent treatment facility.
• Required to perform in line testing on manufactured product and quality assurance checks.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping on production equipment and within production areas.
• Running Machines and working from specifications.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years demonstrable manufacturing experience as a process operator.
• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent NVQ.
• Forklift license would be desirable but not essential as training will be given.

Benefits:

Ourclient is offering a competitive rate of pay in addition to other employee benefits.

The company offers the following additional benefits.

• Company pension scheme (4% employee contribution/ 8% employer contribution)
• Annual performance bonus up to 4% of annual salary
• Death in Service benefit at 4 times annual salary
• Competitive holiday package

Dueto thehighvolumeof candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.

Our client, based in Haverton Hill, Billingham, is looking to recruit an Extrusion Operator to join a growing Chemical company, the role will also require the candidate to work on their site in Hartlepool from time to time too, therefore a driving licence is essential. 

The pay rate is £12.65 per hour + £113.89 SA + Overtime allowance.

Hours of work would be working a continental shifts - 4 on and 4 off (days and nights 12 hr shifts).

Responsibilities:

• To operate as part of the process team to meet targets in all relevant areas of activity, and to ensure that products are produced in accordance with the agreed production/business plan
li>Work effectively under the direction of management
• Compliance with the company's policies and procedures
• Accountable for own health & safety and that of others who could be affected by your actions including: ensuring that Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Standards are applied in all production plant areas in accordance with policies, guidelines and procedures
• Ensure that all tasks are performed safely by employing Risk/Manual Handling and COSHH assessments
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Ensure that incidents and near-misses are reported promptly to the appropriate internal departments
• Ensuring compliance with and awareness of Safety Data Sheets when dealing with chemicals
• Carry out all process and plant operations in accordance with full site standards requirements and other appropriate quality standards, highlight any potential quality issues to relevant personnel
• Use the stated procedures for carrying out all tasks
• Ensure material is stored and disposed of in accordance to environmental requirements
• Participate in a continuous improvement environment in all areas of process team operations. Identify opportunities for improvement in all aspects of process operations
• Identify areas to Reduce, Recycle, Reuse or Remove waste generation from production runs as part of the Company's Environmental policy and commitment
• Ensure Production paperwork is completed correctly, in full and on time
• Effective one to one handover on plant
• Participate in training and development in order to maintain and develop skills
• Flexible working across plant areas and other sites where required
• Plus any other duties as required in order to meet the needs of the business

Requirements: 

li>Experience working within a chemical and/or manufacturing environment as a Process/Manufacturing Operator.  li>Able to understand manufacturing processes and adhere to health and safety procedures  li>Punctual, reliable and a team player is paramount for this role

Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you dont hear from us within the next ten working days. Please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on the file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future.  

Job Tittle: Process Operator
Job type: Contract (3 months)
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Working hours: 4 on 4 off, 2 days 2 nights


We have an opportunity for a Process Operator to join our Client’s Cocoa and Chocolate’s Cocoa York manufacturing facility. You will learn how to operate the manufacturing process safely and efficiently whilst ensuring the product is food safe.

Principal Accountabilities
• Site health & safety and safe operations
• Risk assessments
• Food safety and HACCP
• Clean as you go: maintaining and improving plant housekeeping, adhering to visual standards
• Process set up, control and efficiency driving
• Fault identification and raising work orders
• Root cause analysis
• Environmental controls (ISO14001)
• Quality control and data input
• Trend analysis
• Operational maintenance and scheduled maintenance
• Customer service & understanding customer specifications

Minimum Required Qualifications & Experience
• Powered pallet truck experience
• High safety awareness for self and other employees and knowledge of health and safety in the workplace
• Experience working in a large process manufacturing environment
• ledge of food safety standards, preferably knowledge of HACCP
• Knowledge of environmental controls
• Good level of IT skills- including Excel, Word and manufacturing systems
• Team player
• Good communicator
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Self-motivated, able to work within a self-managed team
• Willingness to undertake manual tasks which sometimes involve working in a dirty and hot environment
• Ability to challenge the status quo in a constructive manner