PLANT OPERATIVE - WASTE MANAGEMENT - Knottingley WF11 0HP

HR GO Driving; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Plant Operatives for a busy waste management facility. This role involves monitoring plant processes, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, a valid FLT license, and a commitment to health and safety practices. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of waste treatment operations. If you're ready to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste management and plant operations.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant processing and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Respond to machinery issues and maintain cleanliness in the plant.

Skills

Health and Safety Practices

Leadership Skills

FLT License

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Logical Fault-Finding Skills

Multi-Task Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Understanding of 5S Culture

Tools

FLT

Job description

PLANT OPERATIVE - WASTE MANAGEMENT - Knottingley WF11 0HP

Job Reference: 271421

Manufacturing and Production

Knottingley, West Yorkshire

Temporary

WASTE PLANT OPERATIVE - (Within WASTE MANAGEMENT)

You MUST be a Driver for this role - due to location (no public transport)

SHIFTS: DAYS & NIGHT shifts (From: 6am - 6pm / 6pm - 6am)

LOCATION: Knottingley WF11 0HP

This role is a Temporary role STARTING ASAP!!

HRGO Recruitment are recruiting for Plant Operatives to work in a busy Waste Plant within the Knottingley WF11 area.

Key Responsibilities:

- Effectively and continuously monitor all plant processing,

- Sorting machines and screens making sure they are clean and operating to their maximum efficiency.

- Ensure all processes meet safety and quality standards and regulatory requirements.

- Plan and manage emergency protocols related to waste treatment processes.

- To respond to any m/c issues, plant bottlenecks or blockages & react to plant alarms rectifying or reporting accordingly.

Please note This role is very dusty within the plant operation,

PPE Masks are used in this area.

Overview:

• Make sure that all landings, walkways and stairs are kept free of debris at all times and that any work being carried out is done so in a manner that does not restrict the safe access to keep effective checks on all plant machines and equipment.
• Ensure all landings and machines are kept clean at all times, any areas that are causing spillage should be reported and/or rectified as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Make sure that at the start and end of every shift the relevant paperwork is completed accurately to confirm that an effective shift hand over has taken place, everything that needed to be communicated from the previous shifts Plant Operatives has been and that the Plant has been handed over so that it can be operated in a safe working environment.
• Make sure that any issues found are acted upon accordingly at all times or reported as required.
• Operate the company FLT as required. (if trained)
• Keep all machines free of a build-up of dust.
• Relieve other plant operative roles as required to cover break times and holiday cover.
• Make sure all waste streams are monitored throughout the shift and any adverse variations are addressed quickly and effectively.
• To assist Maintenance during plant downtimes making sure you are either supervised or fully conversant with the task requirements and safety needs.

Key Skills:

• A good knowledge of health and safety practices
• Possess good leadership skills and abilities
• Hold a current FLT license
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Possess good I.T skills
• Possess logical fault-finding skills
• Ability work manage multiple workloads simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Have a good understanding of the 5s culture.

If this is an interest to you, please contact Michelle Ings at HRGO Recruitment - East London Branch on 01708 220023