Production Operative

Richardson International Limited; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operative to join their team. This role involves operating plant equipment, ensuring food safety compliance, and collaborating with engineering to minimize downtime. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess knowledge of food manufacturing processes. With a commitment to employee development and a competitive compensation package, this opportunity offers a pathway to grow within a respected organization in the agriculture sector.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes is essential.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment to meet production schedules.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of food manufacturing processes

Ability to work under pressure

Collaboration skills

Proficient computer skills

Tools

Reach truck

Job description

time left to apply End Date: May 25, 2025 (15 days left to apply)

job requisition id R14163

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson has over 3,500 employees across the UK, Europe, the US, and Canada. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services, and investing in our people and our communities.

Richardson’s UK operations encompass oat milling, malting, animal feed, and ingredient processing. Operating under Richardson Oat Milling, Crisp Malt, EDME, and Micronized Food Products (MFP), Richardson supplies the domestic and international food, brewing, and distilling industries.

We currently have an opportunity for a Production Operative at our EDME site, Mistley location.

Responsibilities:

1. Operate plant equipment to meet production schedules while documenting process data accurately.
2. Maintain compliance with Health, Safety, and Food Regulations, and report procedural breaches, hazards, near misses, or unsafe conditions promptly to the line manager or Production Supervisor.
3. Ensure timely completion of Food Safety and Quality Checks and facilitate necessary training.
4. Follow Safe Systems of Work, wear PPE, and report incidents to ensure health and safety.
5. Collaborate with engineering to report faults and minimize production downtime.
6. Conduct daily grain inspections, taking action to maintain quality standards.
7. Maintain hygiene in line with food safety and HACCP requirements.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of collaborating with others or working independently.
• Proficient computer skills with a flexible approach to working hours.
• Reach truck license and manual handling training considered an asset.
• Food or Malting production experience considered an asset.

Richardson provides a competitive compensation package, and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 25.05.25.