Production Operative

Keelings

  • Finedon, Northamptonshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Production Operative – Job DescriptionJob Title:Production OperativeBusiness Unit:KIReports to:Production Team LeaderJob Level:1Department:OperationsLocation:Keelings Business UnitsPurpose of the Role:To work as part of a high-performing production team, ensuring the manufacture of high-quality food products in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. The role involves operating on production lines, assembling, packing, and handling products while maintaining excellent standards in food safety and hygiene.Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:Health & Safety & Food Safety Compliance: -
  • Ensure compliance with all UK health & safety regulations, ensuring all team members wear the correct PPE and follow safe working practices.
  • Ensure the site is audit-ready at all times and maintain an audit-ready culture.
  • Promote and uphold a clean and organised workspace, following “clean as you go” policies and general manufacturing best practices (GMP).
  • Ensure the correct and effective use of machinery, reporting any damage or malfunctions to the Engineering team immediately.
  • Enforce compliance with food safety, food hygiene standards, and customer specifications, ensuring all colleagues follow protocols.
  • Ensure work areas meet hygiene and allergen control requirements.
Production & Quality:
  • Operate production line tasks, including feeding raw materials into machinery, assembling products, and packaging goods according to customer specifications.
  • Ensure all work meets food safety and quality control standards, promptly reporting any issues to the Team Leader.
  • Conduct basic quality checks (e.g., product weight, packaging integrity) and escalate concerns where necessary.
Efficiency & Waste Reduction:
  • Work efficiently to meet production targets, minimising downtime and waste.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure maximum efficiency on the line.
  • Suggest improvements to processes and practices where applicable.
Teamwork & Flexibility
  • Attend training and team briefings to stay updated on operational changes.
  • Work cross-functionally across the operation to support shifting business needs.
  • Carry out other reasonable duties as required to meet business needs.
Role Specification and Technical Competencies
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow food safety and quality procedures at all times.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.
  • A team player with good communication skills.
  • Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
  • Experience in food production or FMCG is preferred but not essential (full training provided).
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Behavioural Competencies
  • Drive for Results
  • Be Responsible, Ensure Accountability
  • Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Learn to Grow
The post holder is required to understand and adhere to Keelings Values
  • People Matter
  • Teamwork
  • Integrity
  • Passion for Achievement

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