Process Control Operative 2x8

Sofina Foods Europe; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Online Benefits Hub

Canteen

Life insurance

On-site parking

Company pension

Referral programme

Health & wellbeing programme

Job summary

Sofina Foods is seeking a hands-on production line operator in Grimsby to maintain quality and food safety on a busy production line at Humberstone Road. You will cover Line Leader duties when needed and help deliver production plans while ensuring customer specifications are met, with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.

The role requires 3+ years in food production, Level 3 Food Hygiene, HACCP know-how, and solid numeracy and literacy.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of food production experience.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Customer aware with a proactive, quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production line in the absence of the Line Leader.
• Carry out consistent quality checks, coaching colleagues to achieve first-time conformance.
• Ensure the production area adheres to food safety and quality standards, reporting non-conformances promptly.
• Confirm availability of correct ingredients, labels and packaging prior to production.
• Record data accurately and maintain up to date management information.
• Oversee machinery hygiene checks in line with company protocols, reporting defects to the Hygiene Department and Line Manager.
• Set up machinery correctly for efficient line operation.
• Support audit preparation and drive year-on-year improvement in outcomes.

Skills

Food production experience

HACCP knowledge

Level 3 Food Hygiene

Numeracy

Literacy

Customer awareness

Education

Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

Summary

Join our team at Humberstone Road and play a key role in maintaining food safety and quality standards across our production line.

The Role

Reporting to the Line Leader, you will be responsible for managing the line in their absence and ensuring all products are produced to customer specification and quality standards. You will play a key part in delivering production plans and maintaining food safety compliance.

2x8, 05:00-13:00 / 13:00-21:00

£14.66 per hour

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage the production line in the absence of the Line Leader.
• Carry out consistent quality checks, coaching colleagues to achieve first-time conformance.
• Ensure the production area adheres to food safety and quality standards, reporting non-conformances promptly.
• Confirm availability of correct ingredients, labels and packaging prior to production.
• Record data accurately and maintain up to date management information.
• Oversee machinery hygiene checks in line with company protocols, reporting defects to the Hygiene Department and Line Manager.
• Set up machinery correctly for efficient line operation.
• Support audit preparation and drive year-on-year improvement in outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate

• 3 or more years of food production experience with a strong eye for detail.
• Level 3 Food Hygiene qualification.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Customer aware with a proactive, quality-focused approach.

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive rates
• Online Benefits Hub
• Canteen
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Health & wellbeing programme

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

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.

Schedule

8 Hour Shift

Location

Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB