Production Operative, Production Operative

Pilgrim's Europe; Larne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a motivated Production Operative for their Randalstown site. This hands-on role is essential for the smooth operation of the mill facility, involving various responsibilities from operating machinery to maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude. Opportunities for growth and development are available within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Collaborative and supportive team

Prioritises health, safety, and employee well-being

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production environment.
• Comfortable with manual handling (e.g., lifting 25kg bags).
• Flexibility to work weekends or night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operating blending/pressing machinery and micro bin filling.
• Maintaining hygiene standards across the mill and premises.
• Collaborating with the maintenance team to address machinery issues.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

This is a {Contract Type} , Full Time vacancy that will close in 11 days at 23:59 BST.

My job

Production Operative

Department: Moy Park, Randalstown | Responsible To: Production Manager

About the Role

Moy Park, a leading food company, is seeking a motivated and hardworking Production Operative to join our dynamic team at our Randalstown site. This hands-on role is vital to ensuring the smooth operation of our mill facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating blending/pressing machinery and micro bin filling.
• Weighing lorries and maintaining yard duties.
• Cleaning bins, silos, and equipment, including confined spaces.
• Handling stock management, including stocktaking, raw material checks, and carousel operations.
• Maintaining hygiene standards across the mill and premises.
• Ensuring compliance with COSHH, biosecurity, and health & safety regulations.
• Operating machinery such as fork trucks, pallet trucks, industrial scrubbers, scissor lifts, and cherry pickers.
• Performing equipment maintenance, including rollermills and grinders.
• Collaborating with the maintenance team to address machinery issues.
• Completing relevant paperwork and reporting.
• Following health and safety protocols and contributing to biosecurity controls.

Hours of Work

This role involves shift work, with the following hours:

• 7.00am to 3.00pm or 11.00am to 7.00pm.
• Occasional nightshift cover is required.

What We Are Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Experience: Previous experience in a production environment.
• Skills: Ability to operate a computerised production control system and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Physical Capability: Comfortable with manual handling (e.g., lifting 25kg bags) and working in confined spaces.
• Attributes: Positive attitude, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.
• Other Requirements: Flexibility to work weekends or night shifts, if required.

What We Offer

• The chance to work as part of a collaborative and supportive team.
• Opportunities for growth, development, and leadership within the organisation.
• A workplace that prioritises health, safety, hygiene, and employee well-being.

If you are a team player with a positive attitude and a passion for maintaining high standards, we want to hear from you!

The company

Pilgrim's Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.

We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers.