Plant Operator

Job Description:

Job Opportunity: Plant / Sorting Operators – Immediate Start

Location: Bardon, Leicestershire
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 39 hours/week
Shifts: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM 
Pay Rate: £17.17/hour (PAYE, Inside IR35)

🔧 About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Sorting Operator / Plant Operator to join a busy industrial gases facility in Bardon, Leicestershire. This is a hands-on operational role ideal for individuals with a strong background in plant or production environments.

🛠 Plant Operator / Sorting Operator - Key Responsibilities

• Operate filling equipment for various gases (O₂, N₂, Ar, CO₂, flammable and non-flammable gases) into cylinders at high pressure.
• Handle and move cylinders using a forklift truck and other equipment.
• Conduct quality checks and analysis on products to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Complete process documentation accurately and legibly.
• Load and unload pallets and trucks, inspect and label cylinders, and perform minor repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment in line with safety and quality standards.

✅ Plant Operator / Sorting Oerator Requirements

• Valid forklift truck licence (essential)
• Previous experience in a similar operational or industrial role
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and quality standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working with cryogenic and non-cryogenic systems

💼 Additional Information

• You’ll be working with a variety of equipment including pumps, vaporisers, gas analysers, and computerised systems.
• The role involves physical work and requires attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety