Jackson Hogg are delighted to be supporting our Widnes based client in their search for a permanent process operator to join their dynamic and innovative team. 

Our client specialise in advanced membrane and resin technology, used for water treatment and lithium extraction, and they are keen to bring this technology to commerically to new markets. 

The Process Operator will be experienced in supporting on project delivery, specifically focussed on pilot demonstration of more mature technologies, but will also be involved in technology development from scale-up to commercialisation. 

Responsibilities: 

• Develop an understanding of the process to configure equipment and follow defined work plans
• Complete studies at our facilities in preparation for pilot demonstration.
• Participate in trials on customer premises, working with external stakeholders to deliver success whilst maintaining high levels of safety
•  Build a rapport with customers and staff to ensure appropriate trials are undertaken
•  Collect data and record findings from validation trials accurately. 
• Prepare and handle samples and ensure they are properly labelled and stored
• Undertake quality control of incoming raw materials and quality assurance of outgoing product.

This role will involve Global trabel and prolonged stays on site to perform pilot demonstrations. 

Experience required: 

• BSc in a science or engineering related subject or at least 2 years experience working within the water services sector or an industrial process environment
• A strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to develop skills
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety and experience carrying out COSHH and Risk Assessments
• Awareness of lean manufacturing principles