We are looking for Production Operatives for our busy animal feeds production plant near Banbury, Oxfordshire.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.
Production Operative
Banbury, OX17 3AA
* Full time, permanent / Part-time or Flexible working will be considered
* £28,662 per annum basic (before allowances, bonuses and overtime). Expected earnings - £33,000 including bonus + overtime
* Excellent benefits including loyalty bonus, production bonus and auto enrolment pension scheme
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
The Production Operative role is an opportunity for individuals with drive and a good level of communication to learn a number of disparate skills, within a small, dedicated team in a long-standing, well established and profitable business.
The job will encompass working within the production environment where you will be dealing with both raw materials (goods in) and finished products (goods out). You will be trained to understand and run the production process, use a tele-handler and fork-lift, complete quality control checks and work within the Company’s Quality and Health & Safety systems, as well as a number of other skills, such as using and understanding the Company's production computer system, maintenance and cleaning of the production plant and, operation of the Company’s weighbridge.
The Company aims to create multi-skilled operatives with good knowledge in all facets of production. In return, the Company can offer excellent rates of pay, with overtime, bonuses and other benefits, including our auto-enrolment pension scheme.
About you:
The right applicant needs to be computer literate. An FLT / loading shovel licence is also required, although training can be given.
Working hours:
Ideally, we are looking to recruit personnel into our standard shift patterns, however, we are also keen to hear from individuals who are looking for part-time or more flexible working hours.
Normal production shifts are:
7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am or, when required, three 12 hour shifts followed by one 8-hour shift.
Salary:
* £13.78 per hour normal day shift
* £17.22 per hour weekday overtime
The basic salary for this role is £28,662 per annum (before allowances, bonuses and overtime). Expected earnings is £33,000 with bonus + with overtime.
About Cherwell Valley Silos:
Cherwell Valley Silos Ltd was founded in 1961 and is a well-known and respected manufacturer of high-quality feedstuffs for supply to all sectors of the animal feed market. Our products are predominantly focussed on the pig and poultry sector, where we specialise in the processing of UK-grown raw materials.
We are proud of our authentic values, clear company mission, and diverse leadership. Our emphasis is on transparency, with leaders visible and accessible at all levels, to prevent negative office politics.
Benefits
* Career progression to Shift Leader is a distinct possibility
* Competitive salary package
* Overtime opportunities
* Loyalty bonus
* Production bonus
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme
* Full-time, part-time, or flexible working options available
Cherwell Valley Silos Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
Please note that, due to our location, you will require your own means of transport.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
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