Relief Mixing Operator in Carlisle

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 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.

Role: Relief Mixing Machine Operator (6 months secondment)

Salary: TBC

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm, alternate weeks

Location: Carlisle, 54 Church Street, Cumbria, CA2 5TG

What’s it like working at the factory?

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:

• 27 days holiday
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Colleague Discount scheme
• Reward Gateway for benefits Happiness Hub - access to retailer discounts and much more
• Free onsite parking
• Long service awards
• Staff shop

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.

The role requires a ‘can do’ attitude and a commitment to maintaining high production standards whilst working as part of a dynamic team. Must want to progress within your team as you will be trained to step into the permanent role when needed. Will move lines across the factory as and when required.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)
• Visually check for foreign matter / hazards
• Ensure quality of biscuits packed is within product specifications
• Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards
• Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output
• Report any problems to Supervisor
• Maintain cleanliness and meet hygiene standards
• Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives
• Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line

Mixing Machine Operator responsibilities

• Report any problems to the Team Manager/ATM
• To operate all dough mixers in each zone
• Make dough the correct way and ensure there’s enough during the shift
• To operate to the correct procedures for machine operation, safety, quality and hygiene
• Take part in tiered meetings and have an active role in the boards as part of Supply Chain Excellence

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
• Positive attitude and willingness to drive change within operational environment

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

What does the recruitment process consist of?

Assessments – Swift Comprehensive Aptitude assessment along with a Workplace English assessment. These should take around 45–60 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 Purpose

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.

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our 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 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.