Production Operative

Job Purpose:

As a Production Operator you will operate in a Food Processing environment using machinery and equipment involved in the production of cream-based products, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards throughout the production process.

Key Responsibilities:

* Operate production machinery for cream manufacturing.

* Monitor production processes, filling, and packaging, to ensure smooth operation.

* Perform routine quality control checks.

* Record production data and maintain accurate batch documentation / traceability.

* Ensure all production activities comply with procedures, food safety regulations and hygiene standards.

* Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and work areas before and after use.

* Identify and report machinery faults.

* Able to perform some PPM duties.

* Follow all health and safety procedures.

Qualifications & Skills:

* Previous experience in dairy or food production advantageous.

* Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards advantageous.

* Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate, monitor, and adjust machinery including fault identification and corrective action.

* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

* Ability to work independently and in a team.

* Basic computer literacy for data entry and reporting.

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to stand for extended periods.

* Capable of lifting.

* Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (during summer-time it can get very hot).Company pension

Discretionary Annual Bonus, Health Scheme 23-25 days Holidays, No Bank Holiday working, Staff events, Xmas party etc. Up to 7 days sickness paid

Hours: Monday to Friday 6.00 to 14:30 or 8.00am to 16:30 rotating weekly, requirement to start at 05:30 subject to workload.

Salary: Starting rate £ 27,300 to £27,800 per annum, with further incremental increases subject to training
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed