The Role: Blender - Health & Wellness
** No experience needed; full in-house training will be provided **
This is a great opportunity to join our Health & Wellness manufacturing team as a Production Blender, working on the manufacture of well-known protein and nutrition products for leading brands such as SCI-MX, Protein Dynamix, and many more. Following our recent acquisition of the well-known brand Slimfast, we are looking for motivated candidates with a positive, can-do attitude and a genuine eagerness to learn to join our growing team. This is an exciting time to come on board as we prepare to move across the road into our new, multi-million-pound, purpose-built manufacturing facility.
As a Blender, you will play a vital role in the production of our entire range of products. You will carefully weigh ingredients according to recipes, load and sieve powders in preparation for blending, operate and unload the blender, and ensure each production line is consistently supplied.
Start Date: ASAP
Location: The Hive, Unit 2 Beacon Road, Manchester, Trafford Park, M17
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday – Flexible to work 05:00 – 13:00 / 06:00 – 14:00
Salary: £30,913.68
Benefits: Pension/Overtime/Cycle to Work/Death in Service/EAP/Competitive Annual leave, long service holidays and birthday holiday/Company Discount Scheme
Role and Responsibilities:
Production Blender Responsibilities:
1. Production & Processing
- Operate food production machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
- Follow production processes & procedures.
- Meet work efficiently in safe manner to maximise outputs whilst maintaining quality.
2. Food Safety & Hygiene
- Comply with food safety standards (HACCP, GMP, BRCGS, SALSA, etc.)
- Always maintain high personal hygiene standards
- Prevent cross-contamination.
- Report any food safety risks or contamination immediately
3. Quality Control
- Carry out quality checks (weight, appearance, labelling)
- Record production and quality data accurately
- Identify and report non-conforming products
- Support continuous improvement and corrective actions
4. Health & Safety
- Follow health and safety policies and safe systems of work
- Use PPE correctly and report damaged or missing PPE
- Identify hazards and report accidents or near misses
- Participate in safety briefings and training
5. Cleaning & Housekeeping
- Clean work areas, equipment, and tools according to cleaning schedules
- Follow COSHH procedures for cleaning chemicals
- Maintain a tidy and organised workstation
- Support deep cleaning and hygiene audits
6. Equipment & Machinery
- Set up, operate, and shut down machinery safely
- Perform basic equipment checks and routine maintenance
- Report faults, breakdowns, or abnormalities promptly
- Avoid misuse or unauthorised adjustment of equipment
7. Documentation & Records
- Complete production, quality, and traceability records accurately
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Ensure compliance with audit and legal requirements
- Maintain confidentiality of company information
8. Teamwork & Communication
- Work effectively as part of a production team
- Communicate clearly with supervisors and colleagues
- Support new starters and follow line-leader instructions
- Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
9. Flexibility & Continuous Improvement
- Be flexible to work across different production areas if required
- Support efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainability initiatives
- Engage in training and skills development
- Contribute ideas to improve safety, quality, and productivity
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:
· Excellent attention to detail.
· A positive, can-do attitude.
· Eagerness and willing to go above and beyond.
· A strong commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards.
If you’re looking to join a thriving, dynamic and fast paced business that offers on the job training and exciting career growth opportunities, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a covering letter
Pay: £30,913.68 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
