Packing Operator

ASR Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The ASR Group in London (E16 2AT) is seeking a Packing Operator to operate 14 packaging lines and support syrup and sugar base products for UK and worldwide distribution.

Role involves shift work (days, afternoons, and nights), adherence to SHEQ standards, data recording, and teamwork. GCSEs required with strong numeracy and literacy. Full-time contract on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in Packing/Production environments preferred.
• Good understanding of packing and process operations.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools (Word/Excel) and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Operate packing lines safely and efficiently.
• Maintain quality and traceability data per standards.
• Work as part of a shift team and cover for others as needed.

Skills

Packing operations

SHEQ awareness

Computer basics (Word/Excel)

Education

GCSE English, Maths & Science

Job description

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The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

Packing Operator

Shift:3 shift rotation, 1 week days, 1 week afternoons & 1 week nights.

Location: E16 2AT

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The ASR Group® family of companies is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane

POSITION SCOPE

Processing and packing of Tate & Lyle and customer branded products on a shift basis.

POSITION STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND KEY DELIVERABLES

• 14 packaging lines with many varied SKUs, and complex syrup processing equipment.
• Approximately 24,000 tonnes throughput per annum of high value sugar base products that are distributed to customers in the UK and worldwide
• 30 million units of syrup products per year

4000 tonnes of small packet dry sugar and sweetener products per year

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operation of plant in compliance with all SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) standards
• Achievement of required production and OEE targets.
• Material released under 'concession' and unessesary waste minimised by maintaining tight specifications.
• Adherence to BRC and customer standards with accurate recording of operational and traceability data.
• Good working knowledge of the entire Plaistow operation.
• Good team worker & communicator but must also be able to work alone.
• FLT or forklift experience experience
• Self motivated with a desire for personal & process development.
• Good computer skills especially Word & Excel.
• Good level of numeracy & literacy.
• Ability to provide basic holiday/sick cover for Team Leader or Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL WORK EXPERIENCES

• Relevant experience within a Packing/Production environment.
• Good knowledge of complex Packing and Process operations essential.

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Educated to GCSE English, Mathematics & Science.

At Tate & Lyle Sugars, our goal is to be the most admired sweetener Company.

Service Excellence -

Be the industry's Gold Standard by a relentless focus on reliability, providing products with superior quality and excellent customer services.

Efficiency and Sustainability -

Eliminate inefficiency to be a sustainable, low cost producer and to generate fuel for reinvestment.

Value-Add -

create strategic advantage and enhanced profitability through value-added products and services.

The foundation of our values isTalent and Cultureas we aim to build, retain and motivate a winning team.