Production Operator

Weetabix

Burton Latimer

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Shift Allowance

Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12%)

Discounted Weetabix products

Access to 24/7 counselling service

Flexible Work Opportunities

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave

Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care

Fully stocked kitchens with products

Job summary

Weetabix is looking for individuals to effectively operate machinery in our factories while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role is a great first step in your career path within Weetabix.

Key responsibilities include operating machinery per standards, engaging in risk assessments, and completing machine maintenance. Successful candidates will have basic food hygiene knowledge and safety awareness. The position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

Basic knowledge of food hygiene standards.
Awareness of health and safety procedures.
Ability to operate machinery safely.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to ensure safety and compliance.
Participate in team huddles and reviews to improve KPIs.
Complete basic machine setup and maintenance.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene - CIEH Certificated

HACCP Awareness

COSHH Awareness

Manual Handling

Health and Safety Awareness

Job description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We're committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: Sunday 28th June

Interview process: One Stage Interview

Working pattern: 24/7 Shift Pattern - 42 Hours Per Week Avg.

We're happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

The purpose of this role is the effective, productive and safe operation of machinery within the factories ensuring that all Health and Safety policies, Food Safety compliance are followed in line with Standard Operating Procedures. This role will also involve working within a multi-functional team that will mean a requirement to work in all areas of the factory and may require work in other plants. This role should be considered as the first step in your career within Weetabix.

Operate machinery per Standard Operating Procedures to ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety compliance
Encourage safety practices by providing constructive feedback among peers
Report hazards using the T-card system
Participate in Risk Assessment reviews as needed
Engage in Performance Management through participation in Baton Handovers, Short Interval Control, Team Huddles, and Daily Operations Reviews to improve team KPIs
Support Fuel for Growth initiatives through Root Cause Analysis and improvement projects
Complete basic machine setup and maintenance after training
Utilise basic computer skills, including Office and real-time data capture tools
Adhere to 5S principles and participate in factory audits

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

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