Operator - Entry Level Operator

**Vacancy: Operator - Entry Level Operator x 2** ================================================ **Location: Royston** **Job Family: Production** **_Together for a cleaner, healthier world._** Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 100 company, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology.  With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 13,000 people.  Johnson Matthey uses science to make the world cleaner and healthier. Over the past two centuries we have built our reputation and place as a global leader through quality, integrity, and innovation.  Today, more than 93% of the group's sales come from products and services which provide sustainability benefits through the positive impact they have on the environment, resource efficiency and human health, but that’s not enough.  We have ambitious plans for growth and need talented individuals to help shape and lead us into our next century. Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS) is a leading refiner and recycler of precious group metals. The growing demand for low carbon and responsibly sourced products is creating growth opportunities in critical metals recycling and secondary refining, and as the world’s largest precious metals recycler, PGMS is a key player in the circular economy. The Technician will be working within the operations team and reporting to the relevant Production Lead, this is a role potentially leading towards becoming a skilled Operator, supporting operations at Royston.  Through a programme of both on and off the job training, you will develop the necessary skills to operate intricate equipment/chemical processes/industrial processes and/or undertake other manual tasks. Your responsibilities: ---------------------- * Taking responsibility for your own safety, complying with JMs safe working practices and following PPE direction and contributing to a healthy and safe working environment * Follow all relevant process related documentation such as risk analysis, process instructions and standard work documents * Supporting the operations team in the skilled execution of operator activities and adhering to the production schedule to ensure the on-time delivery of quality product * Completing all necessary batch sheets and handovers to ensure continuous production * Making suggestions for process improvements within area of responsibility * Ensure adherence to 5S standards. Cooperating and collaborating with other team members to continually drive our proactive operator programme, participate in failure investigations, identify and report back reliability issues within the plant * Carrying out tasks and duties as directed by the Production Lead that will contribute to the levels of performance and competence required Requirements for the role: -------------------------- * Must be at least 18 years of age – Essential * A minimum of 4 GCSE's or equivalent, at Grade A\* to C including English, Maths and Science – Essential * A minimum of 2 'A' Levels, or equivalent, in an engineering or science related subject – Desirable * No prerequisite experience required but previous experience in the chemical process industry, engineering and/or manufacturing is desirable – Desirable * Understanding of large-scale complex manufacturing facilities/plants – Desirable * High personal Health & Safety standards - Essential How you will be rewarded: ------------------------- We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family. We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities. We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations. Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns. **Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised** For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).  To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online. All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice:  [Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice](https://matthey.com/en/website-information/privacy-notice). 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