Skilled Machine Operator

We are seeking a versatile and adaptable Skilled Operative to join our food manufacturing team. As a key member reporting to the Department Manager, the Skilled Operative will be responsible for maintaining health and safety standards, upholding food safety & quality, leveraging process knowledge and control, driving continuous improvement, and assisting in people management within the production environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday (Low Risk – Kitchen Area) 20:00 – 05:00 or (High Risk – Packing) 22:00 – 07:00

Pay Rate

£13.76ph

Role and Responsibilities

Health and Safety:

  - Adhere to health and safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.

  - Identify and report safety hazards to the Operations Manager promptly.

  - Participate in safety training programs and actively promote a safety culture.

Food Safety & Quality:

  - Follow food safety procedures meticulously to uphold product quality.

  - Assist in quality control measures during the production process.

  - Communicate any quality issues to the supervisor for prompt resolution.

Process Knowledge and Control:

  - Apply process knowledge to execute tasks with precision and efficiency.

  - Ensure control over specific tasks to contribute to overall process effectiveness.

  - Propose suggestions for process improvements based on operational insights.

Continuous Improvement:

  - Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing valuable input.

  - Participate actively in process enhancement projects and workflow optimizations.

  - Engage in skill development opportunities to enhance job performance.

People Management:

  - Collaborate with team members effectively to achieve production targets.

  - Foster a positive team environment through communication and teamwork.

  - Support colleagues and promote a culture of mutual respect within the team.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Essential

- Knowledge of health and safety standards, food safety practices, and quality control principles.

- Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and willingness to learn and grow.

- Team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team.

- An ability to work with others to create a collaborative, positive work environment

-Level 2 Food safety certification

Desired

- Experience in a food manufacturing setting or related industry is preferred.