Celox Optical Sorting Operator - Orkie (Freuchie)

Kettle Produce Limited; Freuchie; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction and training

Competitive hourly rate

Enhanced sick pay after 12 months

Free onsite parking

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Kettle Produce Limited is hiring a Celox Optical Sorting Operator in Freuchie, Scotland. In this role, you'll operate Celox sorting machines to grade carrots based on size and quality while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting machine faults, documenting production details, and maintaining hygiene. Candidates with good communication skills and technical aptitude, preferably with machine operation or food industry experience, are encouraged to apply. Competitive hourly rates and opportunities for progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills for shift handovers.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Technical aptitude with machine operation experience preferred.
• Food industry experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Celox optical sorting machines.
• Adjust settings to meet specifications.
• Carry out in-line quality checks.
• Complete hygiene clean-downs and maintain food safety.
• Troubleshoot machine faults with Engineering.
• Document production and quality traceability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Technical aptitude

Team player

Job description

Celox Optical Sorting Operator - Orkie (Freuchie)

The Role

• Operate and monitor three Celox optical sorting machines to grade carrots by size, quality, and defect criteria
• Adjust machine settings to meet customer specifications and manage raw‑material defect fallout against product requirements
• Carry out in‑line quality checks, identify out‑of‑specification product, and take corrective action
• Complete pre‑start checks and hygiene clean‑downs, maintaining food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Troubleshoot basic machine faults and work with the Engineering team to minimise downtime
• Accurately complete production, quality, and traceability documentation
• Communicate effectively with the wider team to maintain a smooth and efficient flow across production lines

What We’re Looking For

• Strong attention to detail, with pride in working accurately and compliantly
• Good communication skills, including clear shift handovers and early escalation of issues
• Comfortable working to targets in a fast‑paced, chilled, high‑volume food production environment
• Technical aptitude, with previous experience in machine operation, manufacturing, or production preferred
• Food industry experience is advantageous but not essential, as full Celox system training will be provided
• Reliable team player with good attendance and a strong safety‑first mindset

What You’ll Get

• Full induction and Celox‑specific training
• Competitive hourly rate
• Supportive team environment that values quality and efficiency

What’s in It for You?

• Enhanced sick pay after 12 months’ service (subject to conditions)
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities for progression for those showing interest or aptitude
• Access to a wide range of internal vacancies open to all employees

Essentials to Consider

• Proof of right to work in the UK is required, including original documentation such as a passport or birth certificate and official proof of National Insurance number
• Applicants without these documents must apply for them before submitting an application
• Non‑UK residents must provide a Home Office Share Code prior to interview
• The business operates 364 days a year and is closed only on Christmas Day
• Holiday restrictions apply during December and early January, and bank holidays are worked, including Boxing Day

Kettle Produce Limited is committed to diversity and equality across all areas of the workplace.

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