Job Title : Production Operative
Company Profile
A Motherwell based company who are a Miller and UK Contract packer of Dried Pulses, Cereals, Pasta, Rice, Pulses and Rice and Corn Flours supplying UK foodservice, retail, and manufacturing markets are looking to add a Production Operator to their busy team.
The successful candidate will be offered a full time 39 hours per week permanent contract, with an hourly rate of £13.45.
Currently the role would be: On site: Dayshift: Mon – Thu (8am – 4:30pm) Fri (8am – 3:30pm)
The purpose of this role is to support manufacturing and packaging of food products in a safe, hygienic, and efficient manner. This role involves packing products, operating production machinery, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring all tasks comply with food safety regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Produce required products meeting company and customer standards to planned volume and schedule.
- Process and package food products according to specifications.
- Set up, operate, and adjust production and packing machinery in line with production requirements.
- Complete production and quality control paperwork as required, including batch records, weight checks, label checks, metal detection checks, traceability logs and quality checks.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all work areas, ensure all hygiene/cleaning procedures/records are always adhered to. A clean as you go policy is a requirement of all staff.
- Conduct quality checks and report any issues or defects.
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards and company policies.
- Ensure all finished foods are correctly labelling and meet company and customer standards.
- Follow strict allergen control procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
- Assist with line changeovers, including cleaning and re-setting equipment.
- Label and store products correctly.
- Report any faults, hazards, or non-conformances to supervisors promptly.
- Work as part of a team to meet production targets and deadlines.
- Maintain a safe work environment by conforming to H&S and food safety procedures.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in food production or manufacturing.
- Understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
- Food hygiene certificate – preferred.
- Knowledge of BRC within the food industry.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good attention to detail.
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
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