Process Operative

6 months ago


Wigston Magna, United Kingdom pladis Full time

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

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What will this role achieve?

The role requires a positive individual with a can-do attitude who is committed to maintaining high standards in production whilst working as part of a dynamic team.

What will be your key deliverables?- Deliver the production plan effectively with quality being the priority.- Lead health and safety standards within the area to ensure all work safely.- Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to.- Deliver products to the defined standard specifications.- Use of Lean manufacturing tools and techniques.- Deliver the production plan to maintain customer service levels.- Demonstrate good communication skill.

Bring your experience

Essential- Ownership essential. Must be accountable for own work and area.- Supportive within the team.- Understand zonal KPI’s (production targets, waste levels and line performance)

Desirable

We are looking for someone with a ‘can do’ attitude to work as part of a dynamic team. Previous experience is desirable but not essential, training will be given.

Shift Pattern

Monday - Friday 37 hours per week. Two-week rotation: Week 1: 6am-2pm, Week 2: 2pm-10pm

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite

It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values.

Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful.

Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

Purpose led - We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite

Agile - We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers

Positive - We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better

Resilient - We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward

Collaborative - We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.


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