Mixing Room Operative Nights

Pilgrim'S Europe; Grantham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Life cover

Staff discounts

Refer a friend bonus

Training provided

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Europe in Grantham is seeking a Mixing room operative to efficiently operate heavy-duty mixing equipment and maintain smooth workflow in a high-pressure production environment.

The role requires physical capability, technical aptitude, and teamwork. Training is provided, with progression opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Physical capability to handle heavy manual tasks repetitively.
• Experience operating industrial machinery; mechanical assembly skills preferred.
• Thrives under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Quickly identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a skilled team.
• Prior work in manufacturing, warehousing, or similar physically demanding roles

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation & Maintenance: safely assemble, dismantle, operate and troubleshoot mixing machinery.
• Material Handling: decant 15kg baskets and push 180–200 kg tubs; ensure correct measurements.
• Workflow Management: maintain output to meet daily production quotas and document batches.
• Team Collaboration: work with experienced staff to resolve operational challenges.

Skills

Physical Capability

Technical Aptitude

Stress Resilience

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Experience

Job description

Pilgrim’s Europe is a leading food manufacturer, and we are currently looking for Mixing room operative to join our dedicated team in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive workplace with great opportunities for development.

Salary starts from £596 per week, £30 992 per year

Shift pattern: Sunday to Thursday - 22:00-06:00

Job Purpose

To efficiently operate, maintain, and manage heavy-duty mixing machinery while ensuring seamless workflow in a high-pressure production environment. The role demands exceptional physical capability, technical problem-solving skills, and teamwork to meet stringent production targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Machine Operation & Maintenance:
   • Safely assemble, dismantle, operate, and troubleshoot industrial mixing machinery.
   • Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.
   • Adhere to strict operational protocols and safety guidelines.
2. Material Handling:
   • Decant 15kg baskets of raw materials throughout the shift.
   • Manually push tubs weighing 180–200 kg
   • Ensure accurate material measurement and mixing ratios.
3. Workflow Management:
   • Maintain consistent output in a fast-paced environment to meet daily production quotas.
   • Monitor mixing processes, adjusting parameters as needed to ensure product quality.
   • Document batch records and maintain cleanliness in the mixing area.
4. Team Collaboration:
   • Work closely with experienced production staff to resolve operational challenges.

Physical Demands

• Heavy lifting (lifting up to 25kg baskets) and pushing loads of 180–200 kg.
• Standing for 90% of the shift with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
• Operating in environments with moderate noise and cold.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Physical Capability: Demonstrated ability to handle heavy manual tasks repetitively.
• Technical Aptitude: Experience operating industrial machinery; mechanical assembly skills preferred.
• Stress Resilience: Thrives under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Problem-Solving: Quickly identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks.
• Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a skilled team.
• Experience: Prior work in manufacturing, warehousing, or similar physically demanding roles

Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe:

• Competitive salary
• All training provided on the job
• Many progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Continuous training provided
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted employee shop
• Life cover
• Shopping discounts
• Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
• Discounted staff shop