Relief Technical Operator - L Plant

TN United Kingdom; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Relief Technical Operator at a historic biscuit factory, where your contributions help craft beloved snacks. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality production standards while developing your skills. With a focus on teamwork and a proactive approach, you will be integral to maintaining the legacy of quality and taste that has delighted consumers for generations. If you're ready to embrace a challenge and make a difference in a fast-paced setting, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Benefits

Days Holiday

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free Onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Basic numerical and literacy skills required.
• Excellent team working skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manually pack products and ensure quality standards.
• Support Supervisors in implementing improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual Dexterity

Basic Communication Skills

Problem Recognition

Positive Attitude

Education

Basic Literacy and Numeracy Skills

Job description

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Relief Technical Operator - L Plant, Carlisle

Client: pladis Global

Location: Carlisle, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 241bc6512b67

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast-growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure, and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient, and positive because we expect pace and agility. We insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

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Role:

Relief Technical Operator

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday am - pm and pm - pm, alternate weeks

Location:

Carlisle, Church Street, Cumbria, CA TG

What’s it like working at a factory?

Proud to be part of the pladis family, Carr’s have been crafting the UK’s favourite biscuits and cakes since years. We’re the oldest biscuit factory in the world producing some of our most loved products including Carr’s Crackers, McVitie’s Custard Creams, Bourbons, and Ginger Nuts.

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

• Days holiday
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Free onsite parking

Progress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality products.

What will this role achieve?

As a Relief Technical Operator, your main responsibility is to work as part of a team in the packing and feeding of biscuits in line with site requirements. When required, you will stand in as a Technical Operator. Technical Operators are accountable for tasks within the machinery.

The role requires a proactive individual with a ‘can do’ attitude who is committed to maintaining high standards in production whilst working as part of a dynamic team. You should want to progress within your team as you will be trained to step into the permanent role when needed. You may be required to move lines across the factory as needed.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)
• Visually check for foreign matter / hazards
• Ensure quality of biscuits being packed is within product specifications
• Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards
• Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output
• Report problems to ATM/Supervisor
• Maintain housekeeping and hygiene standards
• Support Supervisors in implementing improvement initiatives
• Coordinate with all production processes on the line

Technical Operator responsibilities:

• Prioritize and allocate tasks within the team
• Take ownership for Supply Chain Excellence, including Tiered Meetings and SCE Boards
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives
• Carry out pre-start checks
• Ensure product quality and specifications are met throughout shifts
• Understand equipment and machinery setup
• Complete changeovers as per procedures
• Adjust machinery settings to maintain product consistency
• Complete documentation accurately
• Maintain safety standards
• Complete shift handovers
• Train peers and new team members
• Undertake basic troubleshooting and maintenance
• Communicate effectively to resolve issues

Bring your experience:

Essential:

• Basic numerical and literacy skills
• Manual dexterity
• Basic communication skills
• Basic problem recognition
• Excellent team working skills
• Ability to multi-task and work independently
• Positive attitude and drive for change

Desirable:

• Previous experience (training provided)
• Knowledge of manufacturing, HACCP, and safety systems
• Understanding of KPIs (targets, waste, line performance)

Recruitment process:

Assessments including aptitude and English tests (~ minutes). Interviews (~ minutes) based on company values and experience.

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite. This shared value guides us globally. Our values include Purpose-led, Agile, Positive, Resilient, and Collaborative, which are integral to our success and culture.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer, hiring based on qualifications regardless of background.