Production operator backshift

Routes to Work; Airdrie; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plans

Life Assurance

Leave Package

Training & Development

Free Parking

Job summary

Routes to Work in Airdrie, Scotland, is seeking a Production Operator - Fresh - Backshift to support our potato production line. You will operate and monitor machinery while ensuring safety and quality standards. Accurate data recording and teamwork are essential to meet daily targets.

Backshift hours are Monday-Thursday 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM and Sunday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, with a competitive hourly rate starting at £12.71 plus a £0.50 backshift allowance. Training and development are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment, ideally within the food sector.
• High attention to detail to maintain product quality and safety standards.
• Good communication skills to effectively work within a team.
• Basic mechanical aptitude beneficial for equipment maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work backshift hours and adapt to varying production demands.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while strictly adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Motivated to learn and improve continuously in a dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery to ensure the efficient processing of fresh potato products.
• Maintain strict adherence to all safety, hygiene, and quality standards throughout the production process.
• Conduct quality inspections of products to ensure freshness and compliance with company specifications.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of production equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
• Accurately record production data and promptly report any issues or discrepancies to supervisors.
• Collaborate effectively within the team to ensure smooth operations and meet production targets.
• Engage in continuous learning and training to stay updated on best practices and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Backshift-friendly

Health & safety

Learner mindset

Job description

Description

A leading name in the potato industry since 1948, is dedicated to delivering the highest quality fresh produce sourced from local farmers across the UK. With operations based in Airdrie, Scotland, and additional facilities in Boston, Westwick, and Jersey, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and sustainable practices.We are currently recruiting for the position of Production Operator - Fresh - Backshift. In this role, you will be essential in the day-to-day operation of our fresh potato production line during the backshift.

Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will ensure our products maintain their fresh and premium standards.The working hours for this backshift role are from approximately Monday- Thursday 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Sunday 9AM-5PM with a competitive hourly rate starting at £12.71 plus a £0.50 backshift allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery to ensure the efficient processing of fresh potato products.


• Maintain strict adherence to all safety, hygiene, and quality standards throughout the production process.


• Conduct quality inspections of products to ensure freshness and compliance with company specifications.


• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of production equipment to ensure optimal functionality.


• Accurately record production data and promptly report any issues or discrepancies to supervisors.


• Collaborate effectively within the team to ensure smooth operations and meet production targets.


• Engage in continuous learning and training to stay updated on best practices and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment, ideally within the food sector.


• High attention to detail to maintain product quality and safety standards.


• Good communication skills to effectively work within a team.


• Basic mechanical aptitude beneficial for equipment maintenance tasks.


• Ability to work backshift hours and adapt to varying production demands.


• Capability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while strictly adhering to health and safety protocols.


• Motivated to learn and improve continuously in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

• Pension Plans


• Life Assurance


• Leave Package


• Training & Development


• Free Parking