Process Operator

An introduction to Etex At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. By joining Etex, you won’t just be joining an international leader, you will inspire people around the world to build living spaces that are ever safer, more sustainable, smarter and beautiful. You’ll be joining a company who wants to inspire change. We are committed to making a positive human impact on the world. In return, we’ll reward you by investing in your development and your personal well-being. Whilst our core values help us develop those effective and sustainable lightweight solutions we’re known for, it’s our people that matter most! Our diverse and inclusive workforce always strives for excellence. We have over 100 years of experience manufacturing high-performance building solutions. Etex is a company that is committed to success - and when you join us, we’ll be committed to you.
Etex are seeking a Process Operator to join the Building Performance Team! Location: Bristol Hourly Rate: £12.11 + shift premium What you’ll do: The Process Operator is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the plant through routine duties. Key Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:

• Continuous Improvement – responsible for day-to-day analysis and consequent actions aiming to improve process stability. To use operator journals to capture achievements and challenges as part of a continuous feedback and one-to-one session
• Working with the team (Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, Engineering) to ensure all products are produced to the defined specifications. Using QPEWO (quality, process emergency, work orders
• To carry out regular testing as required as per company procedure and quality plan: testing of products and some raw materials including adjustment and control of recipe and process to ensure product conformity is maintained
• To ensure the longevity and smooth running of the equipment, the role holder will perform regular housekeeping activities, including listening and performing visual checks so that any abnormal issues are detected and addressed
• To liaise with the Engineering departments and Team Leader to report equipment failure
• Minimising sources of waste during routine tasks
• To support the Continuous Improvement culture through adopted techniques such as Lean manufacturing and 5S
• To operate towards the work instructions to ensure compliance to each task and ensure competence within current grade and continually be able to demonstrate this

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant work experience within a manufacturing environment
• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent
• Good understanding of computer systems such as SAP
• Positive outlook with a can-do attitude
• Approachable and able to work in a team or be self-motivated to work alone

It would be an advantage, but is not essential, if you also have:

• Quality testing and system experience
• Operational excellence (continuous improvement – white belt training)
• Experience of shift work including working nights and 12-hour shifts
• NVQ level 2 Manufacturing Operations
• FLT Counterbalance license

Who you’ll work with: At Etex we believe that it’s not about who I report to, or who reports to me. It’s about who I can help and who can help me. As the Process Operator, your expertise means that you will be a valued member of the Team.
Why work with Etex? At Etex, we might be leaders in modern, sustainable construction, but our people are our priority. We care about our teammates, and they feel it. We are driven by a core set of values that permeates through everything we do. A passion for excellence drives us. Through dedication, innovation and adherence to the highest standards, we deliver the very best quality to our partners and customers. We connect and care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people. When we combine these two elements, we are able to pioneer to lead. We actively seek to outperform and act as a leader in our ever-changing sector. We harness the power of sustainable construction and take responsibility for the impact our people, our operations and our legacy make on the world. We make a positive human impact – motivated by changing people’s lives, improving the future of our planet and over-delivering for our customers. Etex is a place for people who want to inspire change and build inspiring ways of living. www.etexgroup.com
What we offer:

• 9% total pension (3% input from you, 6% input from us) from day one (increases with service)
• Up to 10% annual bonus based on personal and company performance
• Performance annual salary reviews
• Free and confidential employee assistance program
• Physio
• Online discount scheme
• Cycle scheme
• Free secure parking
• Wellbeing events run throughout the year
• Any many more…

Our Social Responsibilities Etex has a clear commitment to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and working on innovative solutions for the building industry. Our ambition is to reduce negative effects and scale up positive impacts. We prioritise decarbonisation, including the use of renewable energy, as well as circularity, with a first focus on waste management. We engage in a wide range of voluntary initiatives which offer support to local communities through partnerships and social projects. Our teammates know their local communities best, we are proud of the numerous projects and actions initiated around the world that are based on the awareness of their communities’ needs.
Commitment to diversity We’re incredibly proud of the community we’ve created at Etex. We form a global team of over 13,500 individuals from an enormous variety of backgrounds, races, faiths, and genders. Our diversity is our strength, and we are committed to ensuring that all of our teammates feel included and happy at work. If you require any additional support with your application, please do not hesitate to get in touch so that we can make arrangements for you.

Good luck with your application As you have seen, our Teammates mean the world to us, they enable us to Inspire Ways of Living. If this role appeals to you, click apply now and discover how a career at Etex will help you learn, grow and lead. We look forward to hearing from you.