Production Operative

Reynolds Food Group; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 23,793 - 29,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays

Retail Discount membership

Health Care Cash Plan membership

Pension Scheme

Further company-tailored benefits

Job summary

Reynolds Food Group is seeking an experienced Production Operative to join our team in Kilmarnock. This role includes maintaining production standards and preparing customer orders accurately. You'll be part of a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality food preparation.

The position offers £26,436.80 per annum, 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays, and a range of benefits including health care and pension schemes.

Qualifications

• Experience working within a production or food preparation environment.
• Food Hygiene Certificate and/or experience handling fresh chilled produce.
• Knowledge of products similar to the Braehead Foods range.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the pace and standards of performance within the Production Department.
• Prepare customer orders accurately in line with the production plan.
• Assist in minimising waste whilst maximising productivity and product availability.

Skills

Experience working within a production or food preparation environment

Food Hygiene Certificate and/or experience handling fresh chilled produce

Knowledge of products similar to the Braehead Foods range

Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy

A flexible and positive approach to teamwork

Manual handling experience

Job description

Location: Kilmarnock, KA2

Salary: £26,436.80 per annum

Hours of Work: 5 days a week – Monday to Friday (Week 1) and Sunday to Thursday (Week 2) – Day Shifts

Braehead Foods are looking for an experienced Production Operative to join our team in Kilmarnock. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a fast-paced fine foods business, ensuring customer orders are prepared accurately, efficiently and to the high standards our customers expect.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the pace and standards of performance within the Production Department
• Prepare customer orders accurately in line with the production plan
• Assist in minimising waste whilst maximising productivity and product availability
• Ensure all stock is used in accordance with Company stock rotation procedures
• Comply with all Production Department policies and procedures
• Maintain Health & Safety and HACCP standards in line with Company policy and legal guidelines
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards by following the Company “Clean as you go” policy
• Carry out manual handling and other food preparation duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience working within a production or food preparation environment
• Food Hygiene Certificate and/or experience handling fresh chilled produce
• Knowledge of products similar to the Braehead Foods range
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• A flexible and positive approach to teamwork
• Manual handling experience

Benefits

• 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Retail Discount membership
• Health Care Cash Plan membership
• Pension Scheme
• Further company-tailored benefits achieved through service and commitment

Braehead Foods is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.