Factory Operative
- Posted 16 May 2025
- Salary 13.19
- LocationWisbech
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Production
- Reference033646
- Job FunctionOperations
- Expiry date 16 June 2025
Job description
4on4off 07:00-19:00 (Maybe required to start at 6.45am)
£13.19 per hour
Why Greencore?
We’re a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day taste better. We’re sure you’ve tried our products because we supply food for the all the major supermarkets in the UK!
Here at Wisbech, we have a team of 525 colleagues and manufacture premium chilled ready to cook meals for major retailers such as Sainsbury’s, Aldi and Co-op.
What you'll be doing
In this role, your goal is to service the production line with materials as per line schedule in a timely manner to avoid any downtime waiting for raw materials.
To inform the Production Supervisor of any problems concerning raw material availability that may affect the quality of the lines finished product and efficiency of the line
- Communication with production managers and Coordinators.
- Locating & batching raw materials ready for the next run.
- Ensuring these batched items are the correct code with useable shelf life
- Transporting these materials to the line on change over
- Removing materials from the previous run from the line
- ‘topping up’ materials on the line to ensure sufficient stock is available for use during each production run
- To ensure adherence to all appropriate systems and procedures; HACCP and H&S.
- You’ll also be making sure that your job is done to a high degree of accuracy and speed in line with company expectations.
- Working as part of a team
- Following instructions and procedures
- Spotting problems
What we’re looking for
Full training will be provided if successful in this role but are looking for the following knowledge and experience:
- Prior experience as a machine operator.
- Strong knowledge of a heavy duty and high-speed machinery.
- Strong ability to use measurement tools.
- Good understanding of production procedures and best practices.
- Excellent knowledge of safety methods and hazard regulations.
- Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and handbooks.
- Good physical stamina and keen attention to detail.
We’re not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make everyday taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success.
What you’ll get in return
- Competitive salary and job-related benefits
- Holidays
- Pension up to 8% matched
- Life insurance up to 4x salary
- Company share save scheme
- Greencore Qualifications
- Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform
- Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform
- Free Car Parking
- Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies
Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.