P&M - YARD CONTROL ROOM OPERATIVE

Batley, West Yorkshire April 22, 2026 Full Time

YARD CONTROL ROOM OPERATIVE

General Purpose of the role

To maintain stock of bulk raw materials ensuring all materials are accepted in a safe and correct manner in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, and produce accurately manufactured products, in order to meet our customers’ expectations.

Principal Accountabilities

Provide specified products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures to meet Company quality standard.
Schedule and order bulk deliveries of raw materials from external suppliers, to maintain bulk raw material stocks.
Plan production of bulk formulations to meet factory requirements in order to meet internal/external customers’ expectations, in line with planning requirements and department objectives.
Ensure duties are carried out efficiently to minimise costs and waste
Ensure all duties are carried out in a safe manner with regard to yourself and your colleagues, to comply with health and safety procedures outlined at induction.
Comply with health and safety regulations, maintain safe-working practices at all times and undertake any required training to ensure the company is in line with legislation.
Organise your workplace and maintain a high standard of housekeeping, to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
Ensure all bulk deliveries and raw materials are accepted in accordance with procedure written in Standard Operating Procedures.
Ensure all re-work is scheduled in accordance with procedures written in Standard Operating Procedures to minimise costs and waste.

Internal & External Relationships

Operational manufacturing shift leader – allocation of duties and help or advise to overcome problems
Forklift Truck Mechanics –assistance with delivery and removal of goods Maintenance Fitter and Electrician – occasional direct contact to report problems
Quality Control staff – product approval
Manufacturing Operatives – to discuss production requirements
Operational Filling shift leader – to discuss paint requirements
Purchasing staff – ordering and scheduling of bulk deliveries
Tanker drivers – co-ordinate sampling and off-loading of raw materials Production support staff – to assist with manufacturing and quality problems

Knowledge, Skills & Experience Needed

Numerate and literate
Fork Lift Truck licence essential
PC literate, SAP, AS400, Datastor, Word
Self-motivated, able to use own initiative
Good communicator

Additional Features

All Process Technicians need to drive Fork Lift Trucks
Understanding of plant maintenance is expected in order to assist Engineering staff

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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