Asset Care Operator

BBF Limited; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dessert manufacturer in the UK is seeking an Asset Care Operator to maintain and improve production lines and machinery. This role involves working to a PPM schedule, performing machine checks, and ensuring safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will be working towards Maths and English qualifications and possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Join a vibrant team that values innovation and fun in the workplace, with notable events throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Working towards Maths and English qualifications.
• Good analytical skills and logical approach to problem solving.
• Passion for Engineering and technology with commitment to complete an apprenticeship.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production lines and associated machinery safely and efficiently.
• Work to a PPM schedule and perform necessary machine checks.
• Complete Basic GMP tasks and support production line setups.
• Ensure a safe and tidy workplace in compliance with safety standards.
• Assist the Engineering team in breakdowns and repairs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Time management

Education

Maths and English, Grade C or Level 4 or above

Job description

BBF is one of the UK’s leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers of retailer own label, licensed and branded cakes, supplying recognisable retailers across the UK and European market.

Asset Care Operator

Salary - £31,815

Location - Hull

Shift Pattern – Monday-Friday 5am-1pm

We are currently recruiting an Asset Care Operator who will be responsible for safely maintaining and improving production lines / departments and their associated machinery. You will also be responsible for reducing critical equipment breakdowns, minimising loss of production time due to equipment failures, and decreasing downtime and major repairs.

Qualifications

• Be working towards Maths and English, Grade C or Level 4 or above
• You will have good analytical skills and enjoy problem solving with a logical and structured approach.
• Passion, drive and commitment to complete an apprenticeship with a genuine interest in Engineering, technology, technically competent.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management.

Responsibilities

• Work to a PPM schedule and update necessary systems in line with the plan of work, including lubrication and various machine checks on Conveyors, cutters, depositors, and heating heads.
• Complete Basic GMP tasks, including strip curtains and fabrications.
• Rack repairs, basic welding tasks on frames and wheels.
• Support production Line set ups and pre and post builds.
• Maintain Glue tanks, including emptying, cleaning, and refilling.
• Basic breakdowns (non-electrical), including depositors, cutters, and conveyors.
• Ensure the workplace is safe and tidy and follows strict Environmental, Health & Safety and Food Safety Standards.
• Support Engineering team in breakdown and repairs.
• Complete and update Engineering software and support systems.

About BBF Limited

BBF Limited are one of the UK’s leading ambient cake and chilled dessert manufacturers of retailer own label, licensed and branded cakes, supplying recognisable major retailers across the UK and European market. Our team of experts develop and manufacture a wide range of high-quality ambient cake products across several different categories including celebration cake, mini rolls, mince pies, fruit pies and a wide range of chilled desserts including cheesecake, crumbles and sponge cakes. These include mince pies, celebration cakes, slab cakes, cupcakes and many more! We are passionate about our products and aim to put the customer at the heart of everything we do. With recent investment and acquisitions taking us to nearly 1,400 direct employees, this is an exciting time to join BBF Limited! We are continually looking to grow, but we can only do that with exceptional talent across all levels and disciplines of the business. That is where you come into it! On top of making some really tasty cakes and desserts, we do a lot of fun stuff too! Whether that be Christmas fun days, pancake‑flipping competitions, Red Nose Day events or odd‑sock days, you’ll be coming to work smiling.

Recruitment Agencies

All our recruitment is managed centrally via the internal recruitment team. We operate a recruitment PSL when we require assistance, and we aren't adding to this at present. Any agency assistance will be instructed accordingly and therefore any CVs sent to any BBF Limited employee will be treated as a gift and won't be liable for a fee. Please don't speculatively contact us in relation to this vacancy or any other vacancy.