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Chemical Waste Operative

Job Posted: 7th November 2022

Location: Bridge of Weir, Scotland

Role purpose

To support chemical waste team lead in providing chemical waste services to business in line with SLG goals, vision, and mission to achieve manufacturing excellence. Improve production efficiency through pursuit of excellence in all aspects of managing and disposal of chemical waste. Take a proactive approach to managing Health and Safety for self and others which will contribute to “zero tolerance” H&S initiatives.

Key accountabilities

Safe disposal of finishing chemical waste
Accurate record keeping and recording of all finishing chemical waste
Effective cleaning of barrels for use in production of finishing chemical dispenses
Shredding of unusable plastics from the department
Ensuring recoveries when applicable to maintain minimum chemical waste targets
Identify and resolving any issues that may impact the production schedule
Effectively builds relationships with all departments and peer groups across the business to ensure a joined-up approach to delivering excellence.
To identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Key Competencies Required

Teamwork

Actively develop and maintain beneficial relationships and contribute towards a common goal

Initiative

Doing it before being asked
Is driven to succeed & results oriented.

Communication

Clear, concise, consistent and relevant for individual situations and understands, manages, and clarifies expectations

Attention to Detail

Your work is complete and accurate
Ability to operate and understand relevant machinery

Whole Picture

Flexible to meet the needs of the business
Enthusiastic and energetic – gets things done.

Being Organised

Achieve results by prioritising workload, effective time management and showing efficiency with resources available and monitoring progress

How to Apply

To apply please send your cover letter and CV to careers@scottishleathergroup.com

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