Freezer Process Technician

Sofina Foods Europe; Annan; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Scotland seeks a Freezer Process Technician to ensure optimal freezer efficiency and minimal downtime. The role requires effective preparation and organization of operations, along with safety and hygiene accountability. Ideal candidates will have relevant health and safety certifications and experience in a similar environment. This position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Online Benefits Hub

On-site canteen

Life insurance and company pension

Employee referral scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Understanding of safety standards and food safety regulations.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with the team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and start the production line efficiently.
• Report equipment issues and maintain quality checks.
• Ensure safety and hygiene standards are met during production.

Skills

Health & Safety Level 2

Understanding of HACCP

Food Safety Level 3

IOSH Training

Allergen Management

Job description

Summary

Drive peak freezer performance by ensuring smooth, efficient operations with minimal downtime through expert preparation, organization, and teamwork.

The Role

Reporting to the Process Leader, the Freezer Process Technician is a highly motivated and hard‑working individual whose main objective is to keep the freezer running at optimum efficiencies, with minimal downtime through effective preparation and organization.

Shift Details: Afternoon Shift Monday to Thursday 13:45 - 22:00 & Fridays 12:30 - 19:30

Pay Rate: £13.20

Your Key Responsibilities

• Set up the line ready to start at the beginning of shift.
• Report any equipment that is not operating to the required standard or breakdowns to the process leader or engineering team as soon as possible.
• Assemble VMAG for production and disassemble VMAG for hygiene.
• Carry out swift product changeovers through preparation, organisation and forward planning of equipment.
• Be accountable for safety, hygiene, quality, food safety and cost issues.
• Manage the bulking off operations including accountability of personnel.
• Inform the Process Leader of any issues preventing the production plan from being achieved for the shift.
• Carry out production quality checks and metal detector checks at regular intervals.
• Communicate with the Cold Store Process Technician to ensure no cross contamination.

The Ideal Candidate

• Level 2 Health & Safety
• Understanding of HACCP
• Level 3 Food Safety
• IOSH Training
• Allergen Management

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Online Benefits Hub
• On-site canteen and parking
• Life insurance and company pension
• Employee referral scheme
• Health & wellbeing support

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.