General Operator

Job Overview

General Operator (Operations)

Location: Immingham

We are recruiting a General Operator to join our team in Immingham. The role requires completing all duties assigned on a daily basis while processing incoming waste materials via designated machinery to produce a product for recycling or disposal. This position involves a high‑intensity environment where a team of five operators processes approximately 50 tonnes of lead‑acid batteries each shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the Health and Safety of self and colleagues at all times.
• Ensure duties regarding Environmental Compliance and Waste Management Licensing Regulations are met at all times.
• Operate and monitor machinery used in the breakdown and processing of lead‑acid batteries.
• Perform manual lifting and handling of heavy battery units, adhering to safety protocols.
• Ensure that the start and shut down procedures of all machinery are followed as instructed.
• Complete start up and shutdown procedures maintaining good housekeeping within the work area.
• Process waste and operate machinery in accordance with the training and procedures.
• Ensure the correct specialised PPE is worn by self and others at all times.
• Forklift operation in accordance with training, processes and procedures.
• General site maintenance.
• Complete all administrative paperwork required.
• Any other duties as required.

Additional Information

• 8‑hour shift, made up of 6 hours processing materials and 2 hours allocated rest and recovery.
• Physically demanding role involving repetitive heavy lifting.
• Exposure to corrosive chemicals and toxic materials.
• Mandatory use of PPE, including acid‑resistant suits, gloves, boots, and respiratory protection systems.
• High‑temperature and high‑humidity environment due to processing equipment.
• Shift‑based work, which may sometimes include weekends.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience of high standard of Health and Safety.
• Ability to learn new systems and new machinery operations.
• Ability to work effectively in a team under pressure.
• Good conflict resolution skills based on a ‘Can do’ attitude.

Benefits

• A competitive salary in a growing company committed to our people.
• A competitive holiday allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Lifestyle & Leisure Discounts: discounts for gym, leisure, cinema, shopping and many more.
• Employee Life Insurance.
• Bike2Work scheme.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Holiday Purchase Scheme.

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