Production Operative in Bedford

Primary Location: BEDFORD, United Kingdom. At Solina, our community of close to 5,000 people share a passion for food and live our entrepreneurial culture. We design customised savoury solutions for our clients operating in the food industry, food service, butchery and nutrition markets. With sustainability at the heart of our business model, we aim to produce food that is good in every sense of the word: delicious, nourishing, affordable, sustainable and convenient. Solina is a fast-growing business, with around 50 production sites and R&D laboratories present in more than 19 countries mainly in Europe and North America. By constantly rethinking culinary solutions, we make food matter for people and the planet. If you're ready for a new adventure in a dynamic, expanding, passionate, international company, join us!

PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE DOES NOT MEET HOME OFFICE REQUIREMENTS FOR SKILLED WORKER VISA SPONSORSHIP. APPLICANTS MUST HAVE EXISTING AUTHORISATION TO WORK IN THE UK.

Main purpose of the role:

• Weighing, mixing, loading and packing of raw materials to exact customer specifications.
• Maintaining high standards of food quality, safe systems of work and health & safety at all times.
• Safe, efficient and effective use of all equipment to carry out job function at all times.
• Achieve daily deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily supply of ingredients to the sieve and replenishment areas in accordance with production requirements in a timely manner to support targets.
• Work collaboratively with Senior Operatives in engaging and supporting with effective training of new starters.
• Remain vigilant on a daily basis to Company Health & Safety standards and rules.
• Report any and all health & safety, food safety and Welfare concerns to Shift Leader or Manager.
• Work diligently to standard operating procedures at all times on a daily basis.
• Work with Senior / Shift Leader to identify procedural improvements, risk assessments and safe systems of work in line with the role.
• Operate and check equipment as set out in the relevant operating procedures and safe systems of work.
• Take a proactive approach on a daily basis to maintaining a clean, tidy and well organised work environment in support of strict hygiene requirements.
• Support the completion of any and all documentation generated as part of the day-to-day operations.
• Demonstrate a good work ethic on a day-to-day basis.
• Engage positively in supporting other departments to meet the needs of the business.
• Carry out any additional management request within the reasonable scope of the role.

Candidate Profile:

• Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent.
• Experience of following production procedures.
• Ability to lift bags between 20 - 25kg.
• Good Level of numeracy skills.
• Ability to follow procedures effectively and efficiently.
• Good understanding of written and verbal communication.
• Must be able to reliably commute to place of work and/or other sites if required to do so within the role.
• Able to work well with people of all levels within the organisation.
• Commitment to team working.
• Understanding of equality, diversity & inclusion showing respect and dignity to all in the workplace.
• Communicates with courtesy and listens with respect to the views of others.
• Strong awareness and vigilant approach to Health & Safety, Quality, Food Safety and Safe Systems of Working.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

We are open to talents of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is based on competences, and we openly welcome all candidates of all types according to our DEI Commitment.