Plant Operator

Plant Operator - Contract - Walkden Location : Walkden, Fully on-site, no hybrid working available Rate : £17.17 / hour PAYE Hours : 39 hours per week, Mon–Thurs (8 hours), Fri (7 hours) – 8 : 00am–4 : 00pm or 6 : 00am–2 : 00pm Contract Length : 3 months Start Date : ASAP We are currently recruiting for a Plant Operator to join our client’s site in Walkden on a 3-month contract. The successful candidate will play a vital role in safely managing the filling, inspection, and documentation processes of gas cylinders in line with operational procedures and safety regulations. Plant Operator Essential Requirements :

• Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) licence
• Prior experience working on a chemical plant
• GCSEs or equivalent minimum qualification
• Computer literacy
• Must be eligible to work in the UK Plant Operator Key Responsibilities :
• Operate pumps, cryogenic and non-cryogenic equipment to fill gas cylinders
• Handle and load cylinders using forklift trucks
• Complete and maintain accurate process documentation
• Conduct product analysis to ensure compliance with specifications
• Receive and check incoming product for conformity
• Raise any operational or quality issues to supervisors
• Inspect, clean, paint, label, and perform minor repairs on cylinders
• Maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with PPE and hygiene regulations
• Conduct analytical instrument calibration checks
• Report quality issues or non-conforming product Plant Operator Equipment Involvement Includes :
• Filling systems for O₂, N₂, Ar, CO₂, and other gas mixtures up to 230–300 bar
• Cryogenic and non-cryogenic pumps, vaporizers, and analyzers
• Forklift trucks and cylinder handling tools
• CO₂ and LOX minitank fill systems
• Computerised systems and documentation platforms Please note : This is a UK contract role, and candidates will require eligibility to work in the UK to be considered for this role