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Production Operatives – Derby

We are currently recruiting for reliable and motivated Production Operatives to join our team at our Derby site. This role plays an important role within the operation, it is a hands-on role for someone who take pride in their work, works well as a team and is committed to maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

  • Completing of weighing and packing of both Primals and Steaks.
  • To complete the de-boxing and de-bagging of all Primal types for the pre-trim stations and butchers.
  • Completion of the sorting of Steaks into the correct pack sizes and scanning the product onto the AX system.
  • To load various Primal types onto conveyor belts for the machines to portion various size Steaks.
  • To ensure that correct products are picked in line with customer specifications and quantity, in the required packaging and with the correct label and weight.
  • To ensure that Hygiene and Health & Safety practices are adhered to at all times.
  • To adhere to the companies Hygiene and Safety Rules.
  • To inform the Factory/Production Manager of any defects in products, labelling etc.
  • To carry out any other reasonable duties allocated by the Factory/Production Manager or other senior company employee.
  • Ensure total compliance with statutory requirements covering Health and Safety, COSSH, Hygiene etc. is carried out.
  • Ensuring all cleaning procedures are carried out diligently to maintain the good hygiene

Company Initiatives and Compliance

  • Take ownership of tasks, bring our best self to work every day and treat everyone with respect to achieve our mission.
  • To comply with all legal and statutory obligations applicable to the role.
  • Support Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company Values at all times.
  • Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company.
  • Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work and to comply with the Company’s policies and legislation.
  • All individuals are expected to maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job and participate in appropriate learning and development activities

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

  • Good communication skills, both written and oral.
  • IT literate.
  • A flexible approach to both duties and hours of work.
  • Can work well in a small team as well as individually.
  • Meat knowledge preferred, but not essential as full training is provided.

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