Production Operative

Staffline Recruitment are offering Production Operative roles to work for our Client, family-run business providing fresh food to the catering industry based in Moneymore.

Job Description

Job Title: Production Operative
Reports to: General Manager

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Paid holidays
• Access to pension scheme

Hours: Flexible shifts:

• 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

or

• 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

The Production Operative is responsible for operating machinery, ensuring the smooth operation of the production line, identifying errors, and maintaining quality standards.

Key Requirements:

• Take ownership of your role while supporting teamwork.
• Meet set production targets and deadlines.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Production Tasks:

• Operate machinery and oversee the production process.
• Monitor and maintain product quality.
• Ensure correct labelling of all products, adhering to food labelling standards.
• Efficiently operate machinery and check product samples.
• Clean and sterilize the production unit as required.
• Sort and pack products as needed.
• Understand and adhere to health and safety regulations.

Teamwork & Communication:

• Collaborate with team members to deliver production targets.
• Follow instructions and communicate any issues to the supervisor.

Safety & Compliance:

• Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and product quality standards.

Flexibility:

• Work shifts as required and provide overtime support during high-demand periods.
• Support company operations by adapting to business needs and contributing to overall success.

Decision-Making:

• Make informed decisions regarding equipment use and maintenance while ensuring health and safety standards.

General Responsibilities

• Promote teamwork and demonstrate flexibility in approach to work.
• Identify opportunities to enhance company performance within the local and business community.
• Represent the company positively at all times.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the General Manager or Managing Director.

Essential Requirements

• Flexible approach to working hours, including availability over a 7-day period to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Confidence in identifying production inefficiencies and proposing improvements.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and product handling standards.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience with hygiene processes (COSHH knowledge preferred).
• Health & Safety experience.
• Forklift license (preferred).

Key Attributes

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Strong team player.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

Key Relationships

• Management Team
• Office Staff
• Drivers
• Other Employees

If you would like to apply please send your cv to [email protected]