Overview:
As a Factory Operator at Baxters, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently producing products by following food safety, health & safety, quality and operational procedures, while maintaining full material traceability, allergen control, and high standards of hygiene and housekeeping.
Accountabilities:
- Maintain high standards of food safety, including allergen control and staff adherence to allergen procedures
- Ensure all health & safety requirements are followed, including correct use of PPE, and promptly report hazards or incidents
- Follow all procedures and ensure tasks are carried out in line with training and site standards
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping, following “clean as you go” principles across workstations and areas
- Minimise waste and actively take steps to reduce waste generation
- Communicate effectively with team members and escalate issues promptly through Team Leaders
- Support training compliance, ensuring operators are competent and highlighting urgent training needs
- Participate in daily SIC meetings and contribute ideas for continuous improvement
Person Specification:
- Ability to operate production machinery safely, carrying out basic set‑up, checks and escalating faults
- Strong awareness of food safety, quality standards, allergens and hygiene requirements
- Commitment to health & safety, including correct and consistent use of PPE
- Understanding of material control, traceability, colour coding and BB date compliance
- Basic numerical and computer literacy to record and interpret production data
- Physical capability to stand for long periods and carry out repetitive tasks, including manual handling
- Good communication and teamwork skills, including escalation of issues to Team Leaders
- Reliability and punctuality, with a strong attendance record
- Willingness to follow procedures, training, and site standards at all times
- Ability to maintain high standards of housekeeping “clean as you go” and waste reduction
Fixed Term Contract
Various shifts available
Hourly rates ranging from £12.80 - £14.20
Due to nature of the role and shift patterns you must be over the age of 18 to apply.
Application question(s):
- Are you over the age of 18?
- Do you have any unspent criminal convictions that are not protected under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974?
- Are you able to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK?
Work Location: In person
