Food Line Operator

Premier Foods; Ashford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food manufacturing company is seeking a Food Line Operator in Ashford. The role emphasizes teamwork and safety, with opportunities for training and growth. Candidates must have a strong health and safety awareness and the ability to work alternate shifts. Competitive salary packages are offered along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong awareness of Health and Safety.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work alternate shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the efficient running of production operations.
• Operate equipment safely and manage shift handovers.
• Maintain equipment to cleanliness standards.
• Seek ways to continually improve activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health and Safety awareness

Proactive approach

Job description

Food Line Operator

Location: Ashford, GB

Based - Ashford, Kent, TN24 0LU

• Days - £27,595 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) increasing to £30,162 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) within 6 months and £32,250 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) after one year
• Nights - £29,847 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) increasing to £32,414 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) within 6 months and £34,502 per annum (inclusive of shift allowance) after one year

Hours of Work

• Days Alternating - 06.00am -14.00pm / 14.00pm - 22.00pm, Monday to Friday
• Nights - 22.00pm - 06.00am Monday to Friday

Here at Premier Foods Ashford, we believe in inclusion, authenticity, and individuality, ensuring all our colleagues have opportunities and are respected for who they are.

You should apply if you

• Love working as part of a team
• Want to work in a role where you are trained and developed and get the opportunity to work in a variety of teams and roles
• Are looking to be rewarded well and recognised for your contribution
• Would like to feel proud about making well‑known brands like Batchelor’s, Angel Delight and Paxo

We’re looking for people that can

• Contribute to the efficient running of the production operation, helping us achieve and exceed our daily plans
• Operate equipment safely and manage shift handovers effectively
• Take prompt action to prevent near misses and accidents by having a strong awareness of health and safety
• Maintain equipment to our cleanliness standards
• Work closely with colleagues including engineers to minimise machine downtime
• Seek ways to continually improve activities and help to get these in place

The right people will…

• Have a strong awareness of Health and Safety
• Have a proactive approach towards work and be able to work independently
• Have good communication skills and be a team player
• Be able to work alternate shift patterns.

What we can offer you

• Support and training to build a successful career
• Contributory company pension scheme with Life assurance
• 25 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays
• A range of benefits including an employee discount scheme, colleague shop and onsite subsidised canteen
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Sharesave Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and occupational health support

The Next Step...

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