As a Machine Operative, you will be a technical specialist on plant and process in a set area of the team. You will set up and run machinery, plant and equipment ensuring all food safety and hygiene procedures are maintained. The successful candidate will perform rudimental asset care and remedial work on equipment as well as train operatives and ensure quality at all stages, whilst participating in systemic and process improvement within a CI framework.
Responsibilities:
* Identify and rectify mechanical faults to machinery and equipment where able and invoke escalation process.
* Participate in process improvements through CI framework.
* Assist in installing new plant and equipment when required.
* Implement and ensure adherence to SOPs.
* Complete rudimentary PPMs as instructed.
* Management of inspections of equipment integrity on a daily basis.
Qualifications:
* A Mechanical mindset.
* Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification is desirable.
* Previous related experience with production machines, ideally in an FMCG or Food Environment.
* Open to change and constantly drives for improvement.
* A team player that supports the sharing of information and values the opinions of others.
* Tenacious approach and a good communicator.
Florette is one of three UK food manufacturing factories within Agrial Fresh Produce, which is an autonomous part of the larger 22,000 employee strong French co-operative group, Agrial. The business operates mainly under its recognisable Florette salad brand and we are one of the UK's leading producers in the industry. Under the well-known Florette brand, our site processes and distributes pre-packed, ready-to-eat, fresh salad bags and bowls to some of the UK's most well-known supermarkets and retailers, as well as your favourite restaurants and fast food vendors. In total, we sell around 600,000kg of products every week - an unbe-leaf-able amount!
Agrial has operations across 18 regions, with 280 farming outlets and 5 different divisions, which comprise Beverage, Dairy, Meat, Fresh Produce & Agricultural operations; it's not just about lettuce! As well as the 3 factories, we also have a farming operation - Agrial Fresh Farms. All UK sites operate under the name of Agrial Fresh Produce Limited and fall under Agrial's vegetable division. We have a recipe for success through our EPIC values and working together as one team.
Next Steps:
It's an exciting time to join our business as we look for new starters to join us in innovating in everything we do! We're looking for positive and driven people to join our professional team. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, and want a fresh challenge we would love for you to join us on our journey! Please apply directly or alternatively contact Will Kaye, Recruitment Officer for a totally confidential discussion.
Working Hours:
4 days on, 4 days off. Hours based on business and production requirements.
Pay:
£13.19 per hour, inclusion in our annual bonus scheme and a range of employee benefits you'd expect from a market-leading business, including:
* Life Assurance: 3x your basic salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
* Employee Assistance Programme: Providing a Remote GP service along with a 24/7 helpline for financial, legal, medical and life issues.
* Annual leave entitlement: A competitive number of days annual leave per annum inclusive of UK Bank Holidays which increases with service, as well as an option to purchase an additional working week of holiday.
* Training and Development: Personalised induction as well as regular training and development courses and schemes.
* Benefits Platforms: Employee discount platform for multiple retailers as well as salary finance schemes for bicycles, gyms, and financial assistance.
* Other: Recognition awards, Regular Employee Engagement days, attendance incentives, an annual volunteering day, and a free staff transport service to and from site covering Lichfield, Burton on Trent, Cannock, Rugeley, and Burntwood.
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