Production Operator

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Operator in the Liquids department, where you'll play a crucial role in manufacturing flavor products. This hands-on position requires adherence to quality procedures and safety standards while working in a dynamic environment. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standards of product quality and safety. With opportunities for professional growth and development, this role is perfect for those eager to learn and contribute to innovative flavor solutions in the food and beverage industry. Embrace a fulfilling career with excellent training and support.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Benefit offerings

Development opportunities

Thorough training experience

Qualifications

• GCSE qualifications required, knowledge of GMP and food hygiene systems.
• Experience in a scientific/food/beverage environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inspection systems and adhere to production processes.
• Work in a team, communicating effectively and solving problems.

Skills

Manual Handling

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Flexibility

Education

3 GCSE Qualifications A-C grade or equivalent

Tools

Automated Compounding Equipment

Mixers

Homogenisers

Filtration Equipment

Counterbalance FLT License

Reach FLT License

Job description

Our factory-based Production Operators working within the Liquids department carry out all manufacturing duties required for the completion of our flavour products; in accordance with quality procedures, food hygiene, and good Manufacturing Practices & Health & Safety standards. The role is “hands on” and will involve manual handling, whilst working in a flammable environment. The Liquids department is responsible for making a number of different flavour compounds and emulsions; the operator is responsible for using machinery such as automated compounding equipment, mixers, homogenisers, and filtration equipment. RPE will be necessary when carrying out specific tasks.

Please note this role requires shift working, on a weekly rotation basis.

Week 1 Monday to Friday – 6 AM to 2 PM (early shift)

Week 2 Monday to Friday – 2 PM to 10 PM (late shift)

Shift premiums are paid accordingly.

What you’ll do:

• Follow and maintain inspection systems, procedures & schedules to ensure that the highest standards of housekeeping, product quality, and safety are maintained.
• Adhere to production processes and methods (SOPs), report production issues to Shift Leader, which include breakdowns or problems with the plant/machine.
• Work within a small team, communicating and problem-solving.
• Liaise with Quality Control to complete product adjustment to meet specification.
• Comply with Company Safety rules/values and Environmental policies to provide a healthy and safe working environment for all on site.

What you'll bring:

• 3 GCSE Qualifications A-C grade or equivalent.
• Knowledge of GMP and food hygiene systems/procedures COSHH & HACCP.
• Counterbalance and Reach FLT licences.
• Willingness to learn different processes, showing a flexible/can-do attitude.
• Experience working within a scientific/food/beverage environment (preferable).

What you'll get:

• The opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week.
• An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities.
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.
• Opportunity to develop a strong and fulfilling career.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors:

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.