Advanced Team Member

Pladis

  • Harlesden, North West London
  • £46,968 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
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 impactClick “Apply” to get started.Role Title: Advanced Team MemberSalary: £46,968.04Working Hours: Nights 1 - 4 week rolling rota 6pm - 6am. Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Week 3 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Week 4 - Wednesday, ThursdayLocation: 10 Waxlow Road, London, NW10 7NYWhat’s it like working at a factory?Proud to be part of the pladis family, here at McVities we’ve been crafting the UK's favourite biscuits since 1902. We introduced the Chocolate Digestive in 1925, transforming a humble wholemeal biscuit into a national favourite. Today, the factory continues to produce household favourites like Hobnobs, Rich Tea, and Mini Cheddars—making it one of the busiest and most iconic biscuit factories in the UK.We offer competitive pay and benefits including:23 days holiday (increasing with service)Stakeholder Pension SchemeEnhanced maternity and paternity benefitsCycle to Work schemeEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Colleague Discount schemeReward Gateway for benefits Happiness Hub - access to retailer discounts and much moreFree onsite parkingLong service awardsColleague discount schemeStaff shopProgress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality products.What will this role achieve?The Advanced Team Member role is responsible for operating the machinery and carrying out basic maintenance tasks. Working as part of a Team in the Packing Hall, you will identify equipment faults and train other Team Members. You will monitor and report on our performance across the shift, prioritise what needs to be done to ensure we meet our production targets, KPIs, and co-ordinate activities on the line.You will also be involved in enhancing plant performance and contributing to the continuous improvement process. You will maintain high standards of hygiene and housekeeping and ensure that we adhere to our cleaning schedules and carry out all necessary quality checks. You will also report and record data, carry out inspections and Quality Control checks.What will be your key deliverables?Good understanding of good manufacturing practice, HACCP systems and Health & Safety in the workplaceHelping to generate and maintain compliance to DSOP’s/ Risk AssessmentsDelivery of factory performance KPI targetsYou will be the first point of contact when machinery breaks downDelivery of highest quality wrapped productionOptimisation of plant / machinery performanceCompliance to production plan – no customer shortagesContinuously driving to improve production lineAudit ready at all the time – compliance to GMP standardEquipment MaintenanceCarrying out and recording mandatory quality checks ensuring appropriate action is taken when parameters are out of specificationCover the position of Operator when required​The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate physical ability, dexterity and accuracy in their work. They will be able to competently and safely use a wide range of hand tools and equipment, whilst being a logical thinker who has a pro-active approach to diagnosing problems.​Bring your experienceEssentialYou must have good verbal and numerical skills, basic PC skills, have a knack for solving problems and be a committed team player.You must be able to demonstrate the ability to work well in a team, have great fault finding and problem solving skills along with a real flair for working with equipment.You will have a track record of improving Quality and Efficiency, be good at working with your hands and have a great eye for detail.Technically minded, hands on and can make decisions in a timely manner.DesirablePrevious experience of Coordinating Labour and assigning tasksHandling food and operating equipment operating large-scale automated machinery in a quality focused and performance driven factory environment within the packing hall.What does the recruitment process consist of?Assessments – Swift Comprehensive Aptitude, Mechanical Reasoning Aptitude and a Workplace English assessment. These should take around 60 minutes to complete.Interview – 45-60 minute competency-based interview based on our company values and your experience.If you’re an internal member of staff, depending on your current job role, you may not be required to complete all of the assessments.Our PurposeBring happiness with every biteIt’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 employerLiving our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.Our ValuesPurpose 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 consumersPositive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be betterResilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forwardCollaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.Best mix of ingredientspladis 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.

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