pladis

confectionery business

BarrowOperative

£31–31k Carlisle, United Kingdom FULL TIME
The Brief

“Barrow Operative at pladis. Ensure line is fully stocked. Ensure line is running smoothly”

What You'll Achieve.

Achieve production plan; Ensure customer supply; Maintain high standards in production; Meet our goals to create quality products

Industry & Context.

confectionery business
Problems you'll solve

Good problem recognition

Eligibility Requirements

Flexibility, Hands-on approach, Proactive individual, Shift work

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Basic numerical and literacy knowledge, Manual dexterity, Good logistic skills, Quick at reacting, Good communication skills, Good problem recognition, Be diligent and detail conscious, Excellent team working skills, Positive attitude, Be able to multi-task and have the drive and tenacity to work under your own initiative, Deliver an effective and efficient service to the department, Willingness to work in a team environment, Positive attitude, Good attendance record, Flexible approach, Willingness to drive change within our operational environment

Nice to Have

Previous experience, Knowledge of manufacturing environment, Knowledge of HACCP, Knowledge of safe systems of work, Understand zonal Key Performance Indicators (production targets, waste levels and line performance)

What You'll Do.

Ensure line is fully stocked

Ensure line is running smoothly

Operate electric hand barrows

Ordering pawns/layaside

Ordering packaging requests

Complete stock sheets

Keep the line stocked up

Inform Manager of out of date stock

Moving loads into dispatch

Waste collection and waste control

Documenting all date on Shop Floor online

Supporting line operators in change overs

Collect and remove all packaging

Work closely with daily plan for packaging needs

Help and support on the line

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with key operators and Supervisor; Develop key working relationship with work colleagues; Maintain effective communication with management team; Support fellow work colleagues; Operating as one team; Collaborative

Communication Scope

Good communication skills; Maintain effective communication

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