Coating Process Technician: Food Production & Quality

Whitworths Ltd; Irthlingborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitworths Ltd in Irthlingborough is looking for a Coating Process Technician to set up, start and operate equipment in the coating department, and mix and deposit chocolate accurately to avoid waste.

You’ll monitor performance, perform quality inspections, maintain safety and hygiene, support product trials and audits, and help train colleagues while always striving for high output and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within food manufacturing
• The ability to understand and follow safety-critical instructions
• A practical approach to problem-solving and decision-making
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Good communication skills and the confidence to work with different teams
• A reliable, organised and self-motivated approach
• The flexibility to respond when production priorities change

Responsibilities

• Set up, start and operate equipment across the coating department
• Mix and deposit chocolate accurately, following agreed recipes and specifications
• Complete quality inspections and record results correctly
• Monitor line performance, investigate issues and escalate concerns promptly
• Make sure materials, equipment and resources are ready when they’re needed
• Maintain high standards of food safety, allergen control, hygiene and housekeeping
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce waste
• Keep your line clean, organised and audit-ready
• Support product trials, factory audits and improvement projects
• Share your knowledge and help train and develop other colleagues

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Safety-critical instructions

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised and self-motivated

Flexibility

Job description

Whitworths Ltd in Irthlingborough is looking for a Coating Process Technician to set up, start and operate equipment in the coating department, and mix and deposit chocolate accurately to avoid waste.

You’ll monitor performance, perform quality inspections, maintain safety and hygiene, support product trials and audits, and help train colleagues while always striving for high output and continuous improvement.