Tube Machine Operator

Greencore; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Greencore is seeking a Tube Operator to maintain and operate tubular heat exchangers. The role involves troubleshooting, managing product changeovers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Successful candidates will have experience in food manufacturing and strong analytical skills, with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Holidays

Pension scheme (up to 8% matched)

Life insurance (up to 4x salary)

Company share save scheme

Employee discount platform

Wellbeing Centre access

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of tubes is beneficial.
• Training in cleaning chemicals and HACCP can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare heat exchangers for line start-up.
• Manage metal detector reject waste.
• Monitor cooking processes and adjust to meet specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

Experience in food manufacturing

Job description

Days - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5am-5pm (after 6 weeks rotates to Thursday, Friday, Saturday for a further 6 weeks). Flexibility to occasionally work night shifts from 5pm-5am is required.

Here at Selby, we employ over 750 colleagues. We are the UK's leading manufacturer of customer private label cooking sauces and pickles, serving customers since 1914. Our site produces more than 160 million units annually across 600 product lines for clients such as Morrisons, Tesco, and Asda.

Pay rates (Overtime after 36 hours/week at x1.25)

Day shift - £14.94/hour (increases to £15.36 upon reaching required skill level)

Role Overview

The Tube Operator will support the maintenance and operation of tubular heat exchangers and related equipment within their designated area. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, liaising with engineering/electrical teams, and adapting to various issues on the lines. Key duties include:

1. Preparing heat exchangers for line start-up
2. Carrying out product changeovers and caustic washouts when necessary
3. Managing metal detector reject waste
4. Ensuring proper setup for line start-up, including return of pigging spheres, pipework checks, and heat exchanger adjustments in coordination with the Sauce Cooking Coordinator
5. Maintaining communication with the Sauce Cooking Coordinator regarding potential problems affecting line performance
6. Executing product changeovers efficiently, including cleaning tanks and transferring the next product
7. Monitoring cooking processes and making adjustments to meet product specifications
8. Completing documentation related to product waste
9. Assisting in improving line efficiencies through understanding of production plans and processes
10. Reporting faults via Mainsaver software
11. Resolving mechanical and procedural issues as they arise

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment is advantageous
• Knowledge of tubes is beneficial
• Strong numeracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication with team members, supervisors, and managers
• Flexibility, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Training in cleaning chemicals and HACCP can be provided
• Understanding of process and product quality standards

At Greencore, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We value our people and strive to make every day taste better for all stakeholders. Join us to grow your career and be part of our future success.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Holidays
• Pension scheme (up to 8% matched)
• Life insurance (up to 4x salary)
• Company share save scheme
• Greencore Qualifications
• Employee discount platform
• Wellbeing Centre access

We provide ongoing training and development to support your career at Greencore.