Factory Operatives

Barfoots of Botley ,
Pagham, West Sussex

Overview

Job Description

The Role Due to recent internal restructuring we have a number of fantastic opportunities to join our busy factory production team If you have previous Factory/FMCG experience, particularly in the Fresh Produce industry, we would be very keen to hear from you. We are looking for reliable individuals, capable of working effectively and efficiently in a busy, team driven environment. Working across various departments, duties and responsibilities will reflect appropriate experience levels. Our Operators are a key attribute to our business, underpinning the successful, day to day production operations. Operator Typical duties include, but are not restricted to: * Working on the production lines * Wrapping and packaging * Sorting and grading for quality standard * Preparing various products for packaging and dispatch Skilled Operator Typical duties include, but are not restricted to: * Operation and monitoring of production line machinery * Packaging * Machine changeover protocol for product changes * Operating equipment to achieve the highest efficiencies possible * Record accurate production records * Ensuring all cleaning procedures are carried out correctly * Short interval control * Operator supervision where applicable Reporting to the Cell Leaders, Operatives will be pivotal team members, working to ensure that customer standards are maintained at all times, along with a safe clean, working environment. Candidates will be required to follow set procedures and work at a fast pace, so good communication skills are essential in order to work within the team Please note this position involves working in a temperature controlled (3 to 5c) environment and will involve periods of long standing and occasional heavy lifting may also be required. Requirements Operator * Good communication skills - English Level 2 * Attention to detail * Flexible and adaptable * Basic numeracy and literacy skills * Team Player * Positive attitude Skilled Operator * Good communication skills - English Level 3 * Previous experience operating processing machinery * Total productive maintenance experience (Desirable) * Previous experience in a food environment (Desirable) * Attention to detail * Flexible and adaptable * Basic numeracy and literacy skills * Team Player * Positive attitude These vacancies are for permanent positions, with a fixed 12 hour day shift pattern of 4 days on and 4 days off. Benefits * Investors In People Silver Award status. * Company pension scheme * Development opportunities * Discounted leisure membership * Discounted vegetable box scheme * Subsidised Staff Transport * Cycle to work scheme * Free onsite parking * Free English Lessons * Childcare Vouchers * Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications