Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
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Proud to be part of the pladis family, Carr’s have been crafting the UK’s favourite biscuits and cakes since 1831. We’re the oldest biscuit factory in the world producing some of our most loved products including Carr’s Crackers, McVitie’s Custard Creams, Bourbons and Ginger Nuts to name just a few!
We offer competitive pay and benefits including:
Progress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality products
What will this role achieve?
Your main responsibility is to work as part of a team in the packing and feeding of biscuits. When required, you will stand in as a Mixing Machine Operator. Mixing Machine Operators ensure the area is safe, they follow mix specifications, and work well in a team.
What will be your key deliverables?
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Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)
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Visually check for foreign matter / hazards
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Ensure quality of biscuits packed is within product specifications
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Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards.
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Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output.
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Report any problems to Supervisor
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Maintain cleanliness and meet hygiene standards.
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Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.
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Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line.
Mixing Machine Operator responsibilities
Bring your experience
Essential
Basic numerical and literacy knowledge
Manual dexterity
Basic communication skills
Basic problem recognition
Excellent team working skills
Be able to multi-task and have the drive and tenacity to work under your own initiative
Desirable
Previous experience is desirable but not essential, as we provide training.
Knowledge of manufacturing environment and of HACCP and safe systems of work
Understand zonal Key Performance Indicators (production targets, waste levels and line performance)
To achieve planned output within specification.
To maximise plant efficiency and to minimise TOS and waste.
To maximise the labour utilisation.
Maintain cleanliness and meet hygiene standards at all times.
To develop line operatives in line with company best practice.
Provide a strong and co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line.
Support the Section Leaders in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.
Bring happiness with every bite
It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values.
Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful.
Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer
Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.
Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers
Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better
Resilient - We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward
Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.
pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.
