Slicing Operative, Slicing Operative

Pilgrim's Europe; Redruth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Weekly pay

Subsidised canteen

Access to staff sales discounts

Refer a Friend Scheme

Stars Awards

Staff BBQs and team events

Discounts on retail, cinema, travel

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe in Redruth is seeking a Slicing Operative to join our Slicing Department and help us deliver top-quality bacon products to our customers.

You will visually examine and pack bacon, operate machinery safely, plan activities to hit targets, monitor quality, record production data, and keep work areas clean and compliant with health and safety standards. This is a full-time permanent role with a competitive hourly rate and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Able to work independently and solve problems.
• Practical/manual handling skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety and Food Safety.
• Willingness to be trained and learn new skills.
• High attention to detail and quality awareness.

Responsibilities

• Visually examine and pack bacon products to meet customer and company standards.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Plan work activities and meet production targets related to cost, productivity, waste, quality and safety.
• Monitor and control quality by checking weights, visual standards and specifications.
• Record production data and communicate findings clearly.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards in work areas.
• Communicate improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Teamworking

Independent work

Problem solving

Manual handling

Health & Safety awareness

Food Safety awareness

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

HACCP Level 2

Job description

We are currently looking for a Slicing Operative to join our Slicing Department in Redruth and help us deliver top-quality bacon products to our customers.

Key Information

• Earn Big: Competitive hourly rate, with the potential to earn over £550 per week
• Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Balanced Schedule: We have a shift pattern of 5:30 am - 14:30 pm, Monday to Friday, giving you more time for yourself.

Key Responsibilities

• Visually examine and pack bacon products to meet customer and company standards.
• Operate machinery and equipment efficiently and safely.
• Plan work activities and meet production targets related to cost, productivity, waste, quality, and safety.
• Monitor and control quality by checking weights, visual standards, and specifications.
• Record production data and communicate findings clearly.
• Maintain high hygiene and safety standards in work areas.
• Communicate improvement opportunities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out cleaning and maintenance of equipment/work areas as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Good communication and teamworking skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Practical/manual handling skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety (H&S) and Food Safety.
• Willingness to be trained and learn new skills.
• Attention to detail and quality awareness.

Qualifications Required

• Food Safety Awareness
• H&S Awareness
• Knowledge of SOPs and general procedures
• HACCP (Level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

What Benefits We Offer

• Free on-site parking
• Weekly pay
• Subsidised canteen
• Access to occasional staff sales, offering discounted company products
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Stars Awards
• Staff BBQs, free food days, competitions and team social events
• Discount on retail, cinema, travel and much more
• Attendance Rewards
• Life assurance policy
• Long service award

Plus many more benefits as this is not exhaustive list.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive team with stable weekday hours and competitive pay.