Production Operator role available in Padiham, Co. Lancashire, with a focus on day-to-day operations, monitoring and adjusting plant and equipment, and following health and safety standards.
About the role We are seeking a Production Operator to join our team in Padiham, Co. Lancashire. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for monitoring and adjusting plant and equipment, following health and safety standards, and contributing to the production process. Responsibilities • Perform production and maintenance tasks related to plant setup, change, and shutdown to meet product specifications and minimize downtime. • Assist with shift administration, including daily production records. • Report any issues on the site to a line manager. • Replenish stocks, such as raw materials, labels, and packaging, to ensure continuous production. • Monitor and adjust plant settings according to product work instructions. • Conduct production processes in line with quality control and HACCP requirements, including visual inspections and sampling. • Complete paperwork and input data into the company system. • Follow due-diligence tasks specified by product requirements. • Maintain cleanliness through Clean As You Go and Good Manufacturing Practices. • Ensure plant and equipment remain contamination-free and report any issues. • Adhere to BRC Quality Standards, HACCP procedures, and Safe Operating Practices. • Report safety concerns promptly to the line manager. Requirements • Good numeracy and communication skills. • Computer literate – MS Excel, Word; SAP will be used. • Ability to work both in a team and on your own. • Able to cooperate with other teams. • Able to follow health and safety standards and raise any issues to a team leader's attention. • Honest and proactive. • Previous food manufacturing experience – desirable. • Previous forklift experience – beneficial. About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.