We are seeking a motivated, hardworking, and career-focused individual to join our team as a Trainee Process Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to learn, develop new skills, and build a long-term career in manufacturing and production operations.
You don’t need years of experience—what matters most is a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic. In return, you’ll receive comprehensive training, ongoing support, and hands-on experience that will give you the technical knowledge and confidence to become a fully qualified Process Technician.
The Trainee Process Technician will provide reliable database of our raw materials and how they perform on the line and in our unique blend. Working hours will be either day shifts, or on a shift rota system involving day/night shift. You will work as a member of a busy production team.
You’ll play a key role in supporting our production team, helping us deliver high-quality results, and contributing to the success of a fast-growing company.

• Accurately complete incoming inspection and testing of all raw materials 
• Accurately complete and document results from testing and analysis of finished products 
• Complete final testing of finished goods and material prior to their release for shipment 
• Collate, analyse and interpret Quality and production data  
• Work with Quality Manager and Operations Manager to develop our production processes 
• Draft and update company user procedures 
• Manage the company’s document change control system 
• Assist in maintaining quality and environmental management systems 
• Lead on continuous improvements projects for consideration by senior management team 
• Escalate issues relating to quality of raw materials and finished goods in a timely manner to Quality Manager and or Supply Chain Manager 
• Manage the feed of material at the start of the line so that there is a consistent flow of material to the shredder.
• Escalate any concerns as to the quality of the raw material to Senior Process Technician.
• Complete periodic quality tests on all materials to include but not limited to colour, IV and fluorescence.  
• Manage the input of raw material so that the daily blend targets set for that production run are achieved.
• Implement changes to the blend as instructed.
• Ensure handling of materials is done so in a safe manner to reduce accidents / spills / waste.
• Ensure ERP systems are kept up to date by using the correct scanner function / labelling processes throughout production.
• Ensure storage of raw material is done in line with ERP locations.
• Manage the bagging and output of finished material at the end of the line ensuring the capacity of the bags/containers is optimised.
• Manage the removal, labelling and storage of reject material away from the line.
• Ensure a thorough handover is completed before and at the conclusion of the shift to ensure that transitions are managed smoothly and effectively.
• Operator Counterbalance Forklift and Clamp Truck in a safe manner. 
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping on the production floor including general housekeeping, waste management, maintenance of machinery clean up duties, general work area cleanliness, yard upkeep.
• Running and upkeep of Tomra line as required.
• Prepare raw material / waste materials for production / outgoing goods.
• To actively take part in Continuous Improvement on site - e.g. 6S
• To ask, if in doubt, about any particular practice or unusual finding.
• Participate in relevant training and upskilling as required.
• This is not an exhausted list, and you may be asked to carry out other duties as required by the business.
• Follow and promote best practice Health & Safety standards and practices throughout every job you do and with each department you work in.
• Monitoring and management of personal safety measures.