About Reginald Ames Limited and the Position
Reginald Ames Limited is a well-established, fast-growing and forward-thinking company, specializing in the importing of high-end/specialty Teas, Herbs and Infusions from around the world. We are the market-leading contract packer for Specialty Teas in the UK. The team is focused, friendly, and highly professional.
We are looking for a first-class Production Operator/Technician.
Hours: Late Shift: 2pm - 10pm, Monday to Friday.
Salary: Dependent upon experience.
You must have, and be able to provide proof of, your right to work in the UK full time (37.5 hours per week). You may be asked to provide your share code and date of birth.
JOB SUMMARY:
Take responsibility for your production area during the shift to ensure that goods are produced to the highest quality standards in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Always achieve the highest standards in Health & Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Cost. Maximize profitability through the control of batch yields, out-of-life reduction, shortages, waste, and complaints.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Ensure the highest quality and food safety standards are embedded during your shift.
* Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and good housekeeping during your shift (GMP Good Manufacturing Practices).
* Promote and maintain an audit-ready culture within the Production Area by ensuring you understand what good looks like.
* Communicate in a timely and effective manner with Supervisor or other departments (Technical, Sales) about any production issues that occur (Quality, Late Deliveries, Product Shortages, etc.) which might impact upon the normal smooth running of other departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Ensure the continuous and safe running of production.
* Produce all products according to recipe.
* Produce safe and legal products.
* Keep a clean and tidy production area.
* Comply with Health & Safety and Food Hygiene policies.
* Spot and control non-conformances.
MAIN TASKS:
* Follow relevant instructions.
* Accurate labeling of products.
* Accurate documentation of production.
* Assist Supervisors and Managers with their responsibilities.
JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
ESSENTIAL:
* English-speaking and writing.
* Good level of mental arithmetic.
OPTIONAL:
* Food safety Certificate.
* Manual Handling.
* Health & Safety.
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