Night Shift Production Operative Position

3 days ago

Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Adecco UK Limited Full time

Job Title: Night Shift Production Operative




Location: The outskirts of Ashford, Kent (own transport required)




Salary: £33,011




Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:45 pm - 6:00 am (first 15 minutes paid at 1.5 times)




Our Client:


A leading distributor of high-quality produce, serving a wide range of customers in the food service and retail industries.


They are committed to providing customers with the finest frozen fruit and vegetable products while maintaining the highest standards of quality and food safety.




Role Summary:


As a Senior Production Operative, you will play a crucial role in the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring the efficient processing, packaging, and quality control of our clients' produce.




Key Responsibilities:



  • Support the Team Leader and Shift Manager in the efficient running of the lines.
  • Set up print machines to ensure the correct print is on each customer's packaging, as specified.
  • Use a counterbalance forklift to ensure production lines have sufficient produce and packaging.
  • Move pallets from one area to another using the forklift.
  • Load produce into hoppers for production.
  • Weigh the correct amount of produce, as per each recipe or job sheet.
  • Lift boxes of up to 10 kg into hoppers.
  • Quality-check produce as it passes through the line.
  • Deep clean production equipment after each run to avoid contamination.
  • Complete paperwork to ensure the traceability of all produce.
  • Print and label finished goods for dispatch.
  • Wrap pallets for distribution.
  • Work closely with other teams and departments to maximize task efficiency.
  • Achieve line and personal KPIs.
  • Ensure and maintain the quality of the product.
  • Eliminate non-conformances (job right first time).
  • Gain a good working knowledge of routine machine operations on line equipment.
  • Optimize line efficiency while maintaining and improving standards.
  • Be responsible for minding machines in the absence of the Team Leader.
  • Train, coach, and monitor the performance and compliance of Production Operatives and Agency Staff.
  • Health and Safety Champion.
  • Good Manufacturing Practice Champion.
  • Champion continuous improvement in the factory, including Lean Manufacturing Techniques.



Experience and Skills Required:



  • Existing counterbalance forklift license (ideal but not essential).
  • Own transport required due to location.
  • Analytical and attention to detail skills for documentation completion.
  • Computer literacy.
  • A 'can-do' attitude, leading by example and taking a hands-on approach.
  • Good communication skills at all levels, using verbal and written methods.
  • Comfortable with entering cold temperatures.
  • Physically fit, as the role involves being on feet and can be physically demanding.



Next Steps:


If you have the experience outlined above, please apply. You will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

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