At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in the malting process and ensure quality checks on barley and malt.
- Company: Join a leading malting company with a focus on safety and quality.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, training opportunities, and flexible part-time hours.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and participation in improvement initiatives.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and learn about the malting industry hands-on.
- Qualifications: Basic IT skills and a willingness to learn about malting processes.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 15 £ per hour.
Understanding of the full malting process (barley intake, drying & storage through to malt despatch) to allow the role holder to provide effective assistance to Shift Operators.
Basic understanding of the electrical and mechanical operation of the site.
The ability to attain MAGB Fundamentals in Malting qualification within 3 years of starting employment.
Conduct barley quality analysis on incoming loads and malt quality checks pre‑despatch.
Operation of weighbridge system & loading of lorries with malt & co‑products as required.
Carry out site hygiene duties & record completion.
Carry out safety related inspections (e.g. fire alarm tests, vehicle inspections, legionella flushing, ladder inspections etc).
Provide direct assistance to shift engineer and other engineers as required.
Understanding the importance of health & safety, food & feed safety, site hygiene, environmental issues and accurate record keeping.
Basic to intermediate level IT skills.
Ability to follow process instructions and a common‑sense thinking and approach to allow working on own initiative to a level of authority.
Practical hands‑on attitude with good situational awareness and the ability to complete documented risk assessments where necessary and work safely at all times.
Able to actively participate in daily operations meetings.
Able to successfully complete training including miscellaneous safety related courses, telehandler and shovel loader driver training, and any other training required to carry out normal operator duties.
Actively participate in continual improvement initiatives.
Operations Assistant (Part-time) in Buckie employer: The Boortmalt Group
As an Operator Weighbridge at our facility, you will join a dynamic team that values safety, reliability, and proactive work ethics. Our company fosters a supportive work culture with opportunities for professional growth in the manufacturing and food processing sectors, all while being located in a vibrant community that prioritises employee well-being and development. With a commitment to quality standards and customer service, we ensure that our employees are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in their roles.
