Bread Plant Operative

4 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Hovis Full time

Job Title Bread Plant Operative | Location Belfast

Shift pattern:

Sunday – Tuesday and every other Wednesday – 6am – 6pm or 7.30am – 7.30pm (42 hours)

So what's it all about?

As our next Bread plant operative, you will thrive in an environment where accuracy is key and will enjoy working within a wider team in a fast-paced environment.

Working with a team in the Bakery production area, you will be responsible for the fulfilment of daily orders, delivering excellent quality products, maintaining hygiene standards and ensuring order fill is met on a daily basis to the relevant legal and customer specification.

To succeed in this role, it is essential to maintain a high standard of quality in all aspects of the role. This role isn't for someone who is unable to pay close attention to detail or use their own initiative.

As part of this role, you will undertake cross-functional training.

As our Bread Plant Operative, you will take real pride in your work and will play a crucial role in ensuring that we produce a consistent quality product to the right standards.

The Key Requirements

  • Experience within a food manufacturing environment
  • You'll have a willing, positive attitude with good attention to detail
  • Ability to follow standard operating procedures
  • An ability to follow safe working practices in line with food safety, and health and safety

We'll provide you with opportunities to learn new skills, grow and develop and we aim to provide our colleagues with a job for life We have many long-serving colleagues, some with over 30 years' experience with us. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and friendly team environment.

Benefits baked in

All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits, here's a top crust taster of what we offer:

  • Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries.
  • Three levels of pension schemes to suit your needs.
  • Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace App includes annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more.
  • Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday savings, cashback and much more.
  • Free on-site parking.

At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you're applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you.

To find out more about Hovis please visit our website and social media channels



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