Leading Operator

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Plant Leading Operator (CO₂)

Excellent Salary + Generous Benefits Package

Full-time position

Job description

Nippon Sanso UK Limited - Immingham site are looking for an experienced Plant Leading Operator to join our Dry Ice Operations team.

This is a key operational role supporting the Team Leader with the day-to-day management of production requirements. Working closely with Plant Operators and other departments, you will help ensure the Dry Ice Plant operates safely, efficiently and in accordance with company procedures, UK regulatory requirements and safety standards.

You will provide practical support and guidance to the production team, help coordinate activities during the shift and act as an important link between operators and line management. You will also deputise for the Team Leader when required.

Job requirements

• Operate the Dry Ice Plant safely and efficiently in accordance with operating procedures and safe systems of work.
• Support the Team Leader with the coordination of daily production requirements.
• Liaise with Team Leaders and Operators to ensure production targets and operational requirements are met.
• Delegate duties and responsibilities to members of the production team where appropriate.
• Act as a point of contact between production operators and line management, communicating issues as they arise.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Ensure the correct use of PPE, safety equipment and appropriate workwear.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and participate in 5S audits and improvement activities.
• Report incidents, near misses, environmental breaches and hazardous conditions promptly.
• Participate in risk assessments, COSHH assessments, safety walks and incident investigations.
• Issue Hazardous Work Permits when required.
• Coordinate maintenance support for plant breakdowns in conjunction with the Team Leader.
• Complete accurate shift logs, including production volumes, CO₂ usage, consumables and equipment running times.
• Ensure all required quality assurance checks are completed.
• Identify training needs and provide coaching and support to colleagues.
• Assist with the development and implementation of plant operating procedures.
• Deputise for the Team Leader when required.

About Us

Nippon Sanso is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well-being and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Making life better through gas technology.

What can you expect from us?

We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Nippon Sanso is a company committed to equality and promotes an inclusive work environment free of any type of discrimination and harassment. We believe that the diversity of talent strengthens and increases our success. We have equality policies that guarantee employability and increase opportunities for all candidates.