Process Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
Position Purpose & Summary
To be part of a self managed shift team working both days and nights following a shift rota.
To operate the plant safely and efficiently whilst optimising production through the best utilisation of the plantβs equipment.
To achieve World Class operating performance and ensure safe working practices are adhered to by Cargill personnel and contractors .
To undertake Problem Solving, Autonomous maintenance and decision making within the plant and within a self-managed, Continuous Improvement environment.
To effectively communicate with both internal and external customers and stakeholders.
Maintaining and improving 5S standards throughout site. TASK PROFILE
Preparation Plant
Ensure Safety Standards are maintained in the plant by following work permit procedures , inspections, Unsafe condition reporting etc. SEE STAY STOP.
Ensure process conditions are monitored and any deviations in process are acted upon and process is brought back to normal operating conditions.
Walk critical path and conduct Autonomous maintenance Inspections.
Collect samples and perform analysis on MPA, NIR
Monitor and adjus t flakers and crackers through regular surveys
Inspect and adjust other equipment such as conveyors and screws speeds, pellet mills adjustments, level controls.
Carry out housekeeping duties as required.
Report any faults in plant equipment in Maximo and liaise with Maintenance to facilitate maintenance activities in safe way. PTW, LOTO.
Carry out Fire Pump and Critical Device testing
Extract plant
Ensure safety standards are maintained in the plant by following work permit procedures , inspections, Unsafe conditions reported. etc.SEE STAY STOP.
Ensure process conditions are monitored and any deviations in process are acted upon and process is brought back to normal operating conditions maintaining quality parameters in specification.
Ensure process is operating within environmental operating limits as per PPC permit.
Carry out regular plant inspections and Autominance maintenance Inspections.
Carry out CRITICAL SAFETY DEVICE tests as per schedule.
Report any faults in plant equipment in Maximo and liaise with Maintenance to facilitae maintenance activities in safe way.
Refinery
Ensure safety standards are maintained in the plant by following work permit procedures , inspections, Unsafe condition reporting etc. SEE STAY STOP
Monitor all important process variables making adjustments to ensure the process stays within normal safe operating limits whilst maintaining quality parameters in specification
Ensure process is operating within environmental operating limits as per PPC permit
Carry out clean in place tasks on plant as required.
Carry out regular plant and Autonomous maintenance Inspection.
Report any faults in plant equipment in Maximo and liaise with Maintenance to facilitae maintenance activities in safe way.
General Duties
Tanker off-loading and outloading of products
Continuous Improvement ideas and implamatation.
Basic Mechanical tasks as appropriate. Autonomous M aintenance
Plant inspections (housekeeping and safety surveys in all areas)
Perform Safety Inspection as part of Company Requirements
Minimum Requi r ed Qualifications
NVQ III/HNC in mechanical or chemical engineering, or process engineering,
Or Strong experience within an industrial process environment.
5 GCSEβs grade A-C (including English and Maths)
P r efer r ed Qualifications
Basic computer skills.
Experience of working in a self managed team environment.
Continuous improvement Methods.
Basic mechanical engineering and diagnostic skills.
Planning and organisational capability.
Knowledge of HACCP.
First Aid Certificate/ FLT licence.
We provide a fast paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
Interested? Then make sure to send us your CV and cover letter in English today:
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Crop Production
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Crop Production.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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