Process operator - alfreton (alfreton, derbyshire, dby, gb)

Ferrero International SA; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading confectionery manufacturer located in Alfreton, UK, is seeking a Process Operator. In this permanent role, you'll manage production lines to ensure smooth operations while adhering to safety, quality, and efficiency standards. Key tasks involve utilizing an SAP production system, ensuring materials are available, and maintaining factory conditions. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess attention to detail, and be adaptable to changing needs. Full training will be provided for SAP usage.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Reliable and flexible, able to work rotating shifts.
• Open to learning new skills in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production lines have necessary materials.
• Track goods and record stock movements using the SAP system.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in the factory.
• Identify problems early and collaborate on solutions.
• Pride in producing well-known brands.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Computer systems proficiency

Tools

SAP production system

Job description

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As a Process Operator at our Ferrero Alfreton site, you’ll play a key role in ensuring products flow smoothly through our production lines. From managing movements in our SAP production system to maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and efficiency, you’ll be at the heart of bringing Ferrero favourites to life.

This is a permanent role on an annualised hours contract, working currently on a rotating shift pattern of mornings (6am–2pm) and afternoons (2pm–10pm). Please be aware flexibility is important, as shift patterns may change in line with production needs.

Main Responsibilities:

In this role, you’ll be right at the centre of our production team. On a day-to-day basis, you’ll:

• Make sure our production lines always have the right materials in the right place, keeping everything flowing smoothly.
• Use our SAP system (don’t worry, we’ll train you fully) to track goods, record stock movements, and keep things up to date.
• Play your part in keeping our factory safe, clean, and running at its best — from food safety to environmental standards.
• Help spot any problems early and work with your team to find solutions.
• Take pride in producing the brands people love, knowing your work helps get Ferrero products into millions of homes.

About You:

This role could be a great fit for you if:

• You’re comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, following processes and procedures to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
• You’re confident using computer systems; experience with SAP or similar systems is a bonus, but full training will be provided.
• You have good attention to detail and take pride in completing tasks accurately and consistently.
• You work well as part of a team, communicating clearly with colleagues to keep production running smoothly.
• You’re reliable, adaptable, and flexible, with the ability to work rotating shifts and respond to changing production needs.
• You’re open to learning new skills and developing your knowledge within a manufacturing setting.

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet‑packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

Find out more here.