Production Operative

Gen Tech Recruitment; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Permanent Production Operative in Craigavon. You will operate machinery, ensure quality food production, adhere to safety standards, and maintain cleanliness. The role requires a good communicator with knowledge of food hygiene. The position offers a salary of £29,000 per annum and includes company benefits like pension and holidays.

Benefits

29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance cover

Employee Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Food Hygiene is essential.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team.
• Accurate instruction following is a must.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and assist in food production.
• Maintain high-quality products and safety standards.
• Report any defects or safety concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Knowledge of Food Hygiene

Effective team member

Ability to follow instructions

Good communicator

Job description

Overview

Permanent Production Operative required for Maghaberry

Hours of Work: 8:30am - 17:00pm: Monday - Friday

Salary - £29,000 per annum

Job Description

• To operate machinery and perform tasks in the production and packaging of food products.
• Ensure product manufactured is consistent and of high quality.
• Follow all applicable quality and food safety procedures, guidelines and policies including GMPs, cleaning schedules and CCPs.
• Observe all legal and quality process control policies and regulations.
• Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks.
• Accurately maintain company records and forms.
• Report any defective materials, food safety concerns or questionable conditions to the Production Supervisor.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Complete all operator testing requirements specifically calibration, startup checks and CCP checks.
• Report equipment faults to maintenance staff.
• Clean and maintain work areas and machinery.
• Covers in the absence of the Production Supervisor.

Health & Safety

• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Take reasonable care of your own health and safety, as well as that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions.
• Promptly report any hazards, unsafe practices, incidents, or near misses to your line manager or the Health & Safety team.
• Cooperate with management on all matters relating to health and safety, including attending mandatory training and following issued guidance or instructions.
• Use equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and as instructed to minimise risk.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the identification and control of workplace hazards.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety by actively engaging in health and safety initiatives and suggestions.

Essential Criteria

• Knowledge of Food Hygiene
• Ability to work as an effective team member including accepting supervision / assistance from other team members
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work efficiently
• Good communicator

Desirable

• HACCP, BRCGS

Company Benefits

• 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance cover
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

For further information contact Tanya Lyttle at GenTech Recruitment on