Production Technician

Role Overview

Huntsman has an exciting opportunity for a Production Technician to join its operations team at the Wilton site, within the Polyurethanes division. Operating in a COMAH regulated Nitrobenzene and Aniline facility, this role plays a critical part in ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production to meet quality and business requirements. This is a hands on, plant based position for individuals who value safety, teamwork, and operational discipline in a structured industrial environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Operate plant and process equipment safely, efficiently, and in line with all site procedures and environmental standards
• Take responsibility for the operation and isolation of equipment within the assigned area
• Monitor processes, record operational data, and respond to abnormal conditions or alarms
• Carry out first line troubleshooting and support safe start ups, shutdowns, and changeovers
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and compliance at all times
• Proactively identify equipment or process deficiencies, support root cause analysis, and contribute to corrective actions
• Escalate issues appropriately and work collaboratively with Shift Managers, Engineers, and other functions
• Actively support continuous improvement and shared learning across the site

Experience and Competencies

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant technical or vocational discipline
• Experience in a chemical, manufacturing, or process based industry is strongly preferred
• Trade skills or prior experience in COMAH or highly regulated environments are advantageous
• Comfortable working shifts and operating within a unionised, pay for job framework

What we are looking for

• Strong commitment to safe working practices
• Effective team player with clear communication skills
• Ability to work without direct supervision and make sound operational decisions
• Practical problem solver with a proactive mindset
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and develop new skills