Advanced Operator

Ferrero; Ambergate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero in the United Kingdom is seeking an Advanced Operator for a permanent role on an annualised hours contract. You will operate and monitor production line equipment, perform autonomous and preventative maintenance, and train teammates to improve line capability.

The role works a rotating shift pattern: mornings and afternoons, with flexibility to respond to production needs. Ideal candidates have manufacturing or packing experience, familiarity with lean tools, and strong teamwork,

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or packing environment with machinery knowledge.
• Familiarity with lean tools (5S, SMED, root cause analysis) preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments.

Responsibilities

• Respect health, safety, environment, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Operate equipment to standard settings and monitor performance to hit targets.
• Escalate high-risk production issues promptly.
• Perform autonomous and preventative maintenance to keep equipment running.
• Lead first-level breakdowns and liaise with maintenance for complex issues.
• Train and coach teammates to upskill and improve line capability.
• Engage in proactive problem-solving to improve production operations.

Skills

Manufacturing environment

Lean tools

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Job description

About the Role:

As an Advanced Operator, you’ll have a great understanding of all aspects of a production line operation, and the focus of your role will be on activities that require specific technical knowledge. You’ll have great experience within a Manufacturing or Packing production role, and we’ll provide you with additional training and support you need to become a workplace expert in this area gaining in-depth knowledge of operating specific machinery or equipment in your area.

Main Responsibilities:

• Respecting and adhering to standards in key areas such as health and safety, environment, hygiene, food safety and of course product quality assurance
• Operating equipment to standard settings and monitoring to ensure it’s running correctly as well as monitoring regularly to ensure production targets are achieved
• Dealing with production issues quickly and escalating more complex or high-risk issues
• Performing autonomous and preventative maintenance to keep the equipment running efficiently
• Carrying out first level breakdown activities and liaising with colleagues in the maintenance team for more complicated issues
• As a workplace expert, train, and coach team members to upskill and develop line capability with regards to equipment, processes, and standard operating procedures
• Engaging in proactive problem-solving activities and always be looking for ways to improve the production operation

This is a permanent position on an annualised hours’ contract basis working a rotating shift pattern of Mornings (6am – 2pm) and Afternoons (2pm – 10pm). This pattern may change in line with production requirements, so a flexible approach is key.

About You:

• Experience within a Manufacturing or Packing environment where you have been responsible for machinery or running production line equipment and a desire to learn new skills and develop your capabilities further
• An understanding in the use of lean tools such as root cause analysis, 5S workplace organisation and the SMED change over process, and you will ideally have used these or other lean practices in your previous roles
• The confidence to work independently as well as part of a team - setting a great example to colleagues
• An eye for detail
• Great communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with key departments and support colleagues
• A proactive approach taking accountability and responsibility for your actions
• A flexible and adaptable mind set to respond effectively and efficiently to changing production requirements
• The confidence to take the lead in problem solving activities and in making decisions efficiently and effectively

Our Benefits & Perks:

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Find out more here.