Machine Operator / Team Leader

Austin Fraser; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to operate a salad packing line and lead a small team. This role involves managing the packing process of high-quality baby leaf salads grown locally, ensuring the machinery operates efficiently while maintaining top-notch quality standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with machinery and strong people skills, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to contribute to a dynamic environment. With a focus on training and quick fulfillment of the vacancy, this position offers a chance to be part of a thriving team in the fresh produce sector.

Qualifications

• Experience with machinery is essential for this role.
• Good people skills are necessary for team management.

Responsibilities

• Operate salad packing line and manage a team of 3 operatives.
• Ensure optimal machine performance and pack quality produce.

Skills

Machinery Operation

Team Leadership

Quality Control

People Skills

Education

Experience in Fresh Produce Industry

Ability to Speak and Understand English

Tools

Multihead Weigher

VFFS Sealer

Job description

This position is responsible for operating a salad packing line with a multihead weigher and VFFS sealer.

This consists of an infeed conveyor for raw product which is then automatically weighted on the multihead weigher and then sealed into 200g, 500g bags. This then feeds onto an outfeed conveyor where it is packed into boxes ready for despatch.

The salad is baby leaf salad grown in our own glasshouses in Warwickshire.

You will be responsible for managing and leading a team of 3 other operatives, ensuring the machine runs at its optimum level whilst making sure we only pack the best quality produce.

Experience in the fresh produce industry is not necessary, but it would be helpful. Experience working with machinery is essential, along with good people skills.

Normal working days will be Monday-Saturday, with a start time of 6am.

Our intention is to fulfil this vacancy as quickly as possible so that training can take place over the next few weeks.

The ability to speak, understand and read English is essential.