Production Operator

If the chemistry is right, we can make a difference at LANXESS: speed up sports, make beverages last longer, add more color to leisure time and much more.

As a leading specialty chemicals group, we develop and produce chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and high-tech plastics. With more than 11,700 employees in 32 countries. Be part of it!

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a safety-conscious, reliable, and team-oriented production operator to join our chemical operations team. The ideal candidate possesses strong safety and quality awareness, effective basic communication skills, and the flexibility to adapt to changing production demands while supporting cross-functional team initiatives.

Key Accountabilities:

· Your primary duty is to strictly adhere to production procedures, SOPs, and supervisor instructions to execute assigned tasks safely, timely, and without deviation.

· You will play an active role in workplace safety by complying with all HSE guidelines, participating in risk assessments and HSEQ audits, mitigating hazards, and promoting a safety-first culture including participating in company drills, training, and emergency response roles like ERT or First Aider.

· Daily operations involve operating and maintaining production machinery, executing preventive maintenance routines, monitoring lubrication levels and filters, and maintaining clean shopfloor standards via 5S principles.

· You will accurately record operational data and checklists within SAP, manage raw material and finished goods inventories, and immediately report any equipment abnormalities, quality issues, or process deviations.

· Additionally, you will collaborate on productivity and waste-reduction programs to drive operational excellence across the shopfloor.

Requirements

· Candidates must be able to meet the physical demands of the role, including the ability to manually lift and carry products up to 25 kg.

· Preference will be given to candidates with a GCE 'O' Level qualification or above, 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the chemical industry.

· Familiarity with chemical equipment and hazardous substance handling, and a valid forklift driving license (for vehicles under 5 tons).

What We Offer You

· Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.

· Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.

· Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.

· Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.

· Diversity: For us, talent matters, we welcome everyone who commits to our values. We strongly believe that including diverse perspectives makes us more innovative and enhances our competitiveness. Therefore, we embrace the uniqueness of every individual and are truly committed to supporting our people in developing their individual potential.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud:

Please be aware that LANXESS does not request any form of payment or monetary compensation as a pre-condition for employment. All legitimate job opportunities with our company will follow a formal recruitment process, and any communication will come from an official company email domain. If you are ever in doubt about the authenticity of a job offer or recruitment communication, please contact us directly. We take recruitment fraud seriously and encourage all applicants to remain vigilant.