Production Operative

Purpose/Main Objectives of Job: Responsible for the stages of the food processing supply chain from receipt, storage,processing and order picking to provide a high service level to the customer

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Food Processing 1. To complete food processing tasks as allocated by the QA/production supervisor and team leader, paying particular attention to the quality of the raw materials and adhering to best before dates 2. Handle product to ensure the stock arrives with the customer in a good condition, with good presentation, and not damaged 3. Pay particular attention to final presentation, wrapping, and labelling 4. Pack finished product into boxes or onto trays, again ensuring good presentation and no damage on arrival with the customer 5. Stock rotation principles of FIFO (first in, first out) must be adhered to 6. Achieve productivity and quality targets

Miscellaneous 1. Participation in weekend working when required 2. Operatives can only use equipment for which they have been trained by the production supervisor or the team leader 3. Only operatives with a current certificate may use any of the mechanical handling equipment in the warehouse 4. Report all faults or damage to company property to the QA/production supervisor and the team leader 5. All operatives must wear the protective clothing supplied by the company at all times in the production area 6. Adhere to the Company Health & Safety Policy 7. Adhere to Food Safety Hygiene requirements and the HACCP system at all times 8. The company operates a ‘clean-as-you-go’ policy in the factory. Details will be supplied by the production supervisor 9. Work within the processes and procedures agreed for the Group of companies

10. Build good relationships with colleagues in own department and other departments 11. Continually develop personal behaviours and skills for mutual benefit 12. Undertake any other reasonable task requested by the Company, including working in different areas of the factory

Other Responsibilities The jobholder will work in close liaison with the Operations Manager, QA/production supervisor and team leaders. The company reserves the right to change this job description. However, should the occasion arise, this task will preferably be undertaken following discussion and mutual consent. The normal processes of consultation will be used for any major change. It is agreed that the above is a brief and concise description of the above job.