pladis
biscuits and confectionery
ProductionOperative-TeamMember2
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“Production Operative - Team Member 2 at pladis. Carry out all pre-start checks.. Carry out product quality evaluations throughout the shift.”
What You'll Achieve.
Help maintain high production standards.; Maximise plant efficiency whilst minimising waste.; Keep housekeeping and hygiene standards at the highest level.
Industry & Context.
Undertake basic problem diagnosis; Work with relevant team members to resolve issues.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Have an understanding of good manufacturing practices and safety at work procedures., Can work well with others and be open to learning and change, We’re looking for people who can work flexibly and adapt to change.
Nice to Have
Experience working with food or machinery in a quality-focused factory is valuable, but not essential.
What You'll Do.
Carry out all pre-start checks.
Carry out product quality evaluations throughout the shift.
Control and operate a variety of processes and equipment.
Understand equipment and machinery set up.
Complete changeovers in your area
following the correct procedure
Ensure all documentation is filled in correctly and to the right standard.
Complete shift handovers in your area
following the agreed agenda.
Undertake basic problem diagnosis
Ensure the efficient operation of packing equipment whilst carrying out quality inspections and maintaining a safe working environment.
Maximise plant efficiency whilst minimising waste.
Keep housekeeping and hygiene standards at the highest level.
Occasionally hand packing and hand stacking boxes.
Cleaning duties of varying descriptions.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Be able to work in a cross-functional working environment.; Train peers and new operatives in equipment use and procedures when required.; Work with relevant team members to resolve issues.
Full 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** to succeed here 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 Click “Apply” to get started. **Role Title:** Team Member 2 **Salary:** £44,385.36 **Working Hours:** 6pm-6am, 4 week rolling rota: Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Week 3 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Week 4 - Wednesday, Thursday **Location:** 10 Waxlow Road, London, NW10 7NY **What’s it like working at the factory?** Proud to be part of the pladis family, here at McVities we’ve been crafting the UK's favourite biscuits since 1902. We introduced the Chocolate Digestive in 1925, transforming a humble wholemeal biscuit into a national favourite. Today, the factory continues to produce household favourites like Hobnobs, Rich Tea, and Mini Cheddars—making it one of the busiest and most iconic biscuit factories in the UK. We offer competitive pay and benefits including: * 23 days holiday (increasing with service) * Stakeholder Pension Scheme * Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits * Cycle to Work scheme * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) * Staff shop / colleague discount scheme * Long service awards * Free onsi
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