Food Processing Machine Operator – Growth & Benefits

Our Vacancies; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

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Job summary

Greencore is hiring a production operator at our Atherstone site. You will set up, operate and monitor slicers, dicers, mixers and other food processing machinery to meet daily targets.

You’ll perform routine quality checks and keep accurate paperwork while following food safety and health and safety procedures. We expect experience in manufacturing or food production, ability to work fast-paced shifts, and a careful eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Experience operating food preparation machinery.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and instructions.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to learn new processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor preparation equipment including slicers, dicers, mixers, and other food processing machinery.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently and achieve production targets.
• Carry out routine quality checks to ensure products meet customer and company specifications.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
• Complete and sign off machine cleaning and sanitation in line with cleaning schedules and company standards.
• Report machine faults, breakdowns, or quality concerns to the Team Leader or Supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Has experience in manual handling
• Required to lift heavy load
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to team objectives.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet daily production requirements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Numeracy & literacy

Follow procedures

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Food processing machinery

Job description

Greencore is hiring a production operator at our Atherstone site. You will set up, operate and monitor slicers, dicers, mixers and other food processing machinery to meet daily targets.

You’ll perform routine quality checks and keep accurate paperwork while following food safety and health and safety procedures. We expect experience in manufacturing or food production, ability to work fast-paced shifts, and a careful eye for detail.