Production Operative - Mix Prep; PM Shift

Join Our Mix Prep AM Shift !

We are looking for Production Operatives to join our Mix Prep AM Shift! Hours of work will be 14:00 to 00:30 (with 2 x 30 minutes unpaid breaks).

Starting salary is £12.50 per hour with an enhanced rate of £15.63 per hour. Enhanced rate is for hours between 20:00 and 06:00 and for hours over 37.5 per week. Furthermore, our pay banding system allows opportunities to increase this even further as you progress through your training! You will need to attend a Company induction day (09:00 to 15:30) before starting the role.

This is a Monday to Friday role that is currently working Monday to Thursday, 14:00 to 00:30, but this could change.

Please note:

Due to the festive period, our response times may be slightly longer than usual. Rest assured, we will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible.

We’re excited to welcome a new team member in the new year, with a planned start date in mid-January.

• Machine Setup:
  You will be responsible for the initial setup of our scales and mixers at the beginning of each shift, ensuring they are set up correctly for work to commence
• Decanting Ingredients:
  You'll prepare various quantities of ingredients for use, ensuring they are always to hand as required by your colleagues within the Mix Prep team or those working in the production lines.
• Weighing-out Ingredients:
  You'll be in charge of precisely weighing the correct ingredients against bespoke recipes for all of our delicious product fillings.
• Maintaining Traceability:
  You will play a key role in guaranteeing the safety and traceability of our products, ensuring that batch numbers for raw ingredients and completed mixes are correctly displayed and recorded.
• Supplying the Production Lines:
  You'll work to ensure our production lines are kept well-supplied throughout the course of your shift.
• Mixer Operation:
  Operating Mixers is another important aspect of your role, as you'll ensure every high quality mix has an even distribution of each mouth‑watering ingredient.
• Glaze Preparation:
  Preparing glaze is also a part of your role, ensuring a consistent supply of glaze to be applied to pastry products, ensuring an even, lustrous appearance when baked.
• Waste Management:
  We take waste and yield management seriously, and you will be responsible for minimising waste and for handling and disposing of it correctly to maintain a clean and efficient work environment for the production of high quality products.
• Team Support:
  You'll be part of a close-knit team with a dedicated team leader always available to provide help and guidance.
• Training Program:
  We provide full and comprehensive training. You'll undergo a training program that prioritises quality and efficiency, turning you into a food manufacturing pro in no time!

Please be aware that this is a physically demanding role, lifting weights up to 25kg on a regular basis, and will involve standing and being on your feet for the majority of the shift.

By joining our machine‑made product teams as a Production Operative, you'll be at the heart of our pastry production, contributing to the creation of high quality products that our customers love. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and a chance to be a part of a team that takes pride in producing exceptional quality pastry products.

If you're looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic and growing company, apply now to join our talented Mix Prep team. Your attention to detail and dedication, including the vital machine setup at the start of each shift, will make a significant impact on our production process.

After your probationary period, you'll not only be a valued member of our team but will also have earned a Food Safety Level 2 certificate and H&S Level 2 certificate, enhancing your personal skill set and qualifications.

At our company, we are committed to your growth and development. We offer a comprehensive training and development program and have a strong track record of promoting talent from within the business. Your career progression really matters to us.

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