Mixing Room Operative Job Grantham area,England UK,Manufacturing / Production

Pilgrim’s Europe is a leading food manufacturer, and we are currently looking for RTE Mixing room operative to join our dedicated team in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive workplace with great opportunities for development.

Salary starts from £519, £27 007 per year

Shift pattern:
Monday to Friday - 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00 alternating

Job Purpose

To efficiently operate, maintain, and manage heavy-duty mixing machinery while ensuring seamless workflow in a high-pressure production environment. The role demands exceptional physical capability, technical problem-solving skills, and teamwork to meet stringent production targets.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation & Maintenance:

Safely assemble, dismantle, operate, and troubleshoot industrial mixing machinery.
Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.
Adhere to strict operational protocols and safety guidelines.

Material Handling:

Decant 15kg baskets of raw materials throughout the shift.
Manually push tubs weighing 180–200 kg
Ensure accurate material measurement and mixing ratios.

Workflow Management:

Maintain consistent output in a fast-paced environment to meet daily production quotas.
Monitor mixing processes, adjusting parameters as needed to ensure product quality.
Document batch records and maintain cleanliness in the mixing area.

Team

Collaboration:

Work closely with experienced production staff to resolve operational challenges.

Physical Demands

Heavy lifting (lifting up to 25kg baskets) and pushing loads of 180–200 kg.
Standing for 90% of the shift with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
Operating in environments with moderate noise and cold.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Physical Capability:
Demonstrated ability to handle heavy manual tasks repetitively.
Technical Aptitude:
Experience operating industrial machinery; mechanical assembly skills preferred.
Stress Resilience:
Thrives under pressure with minimal supervision.
Problem-Solving:
Quickly identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks.
Teamwork:
Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a skilled team.
Experience:

Prior work in manufacturing, warehousing, or similar physically demanding roles

Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe:

Competitive salary
All training provided on the job
Many progression opportunities
Pension scheme
Continuous training provided
Free on-site parking
Discounted employee shop
Life cover
Shopping discounts
Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
Discounted staff shop