Technical Operative, Nights

Here at Gousto, we are on a mission to become the UK and Ireland's most loved way to eat dinner, and for every meal to leave the planet better off. Gousto is changing how people shop, cook and eat food at home. Gousto customers choose recipes they like to cook and ta-dah - we deliver the perfectly measured ingredients to their door. Skip the supermarket queue, and create delicious meals It's an incredibly exciting time to join our team - and we're a friendly bunch

Shifts: Red | 4 on 4 off 

£14.73 per hour

Why Gousto?

The team who work in our warehouse are vital to the success of Gousto. Our Spalding and Warrington warehouses have:

Good transport links | Free on-site parking | Paid breaks | A permanent contract paid weekly | Great opportunity to progress your career | We provide PPE unifrom | Enrole on Gousto Academy training courses

Company Benefits 

• 40% Gousto discount, Your first Gousto box FREE, 15% Gousto discount for friends and family
• Life Assurance, Pension and Giving at Gousto scheme
• Access to Aviva digital GP and wellness app, glasses & eye test contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym Flex; up to 40% discount on over 3000 gyms
• 'Perk Pantry' with recognition, 1000's of discounted and cash back deals from retailers
• Employee assistance scheme

Core Responsibilities 

The Technical Operative is responsible for the effective running and basic maintenance of the factory machinery. Reporting to Operations, this role plays a key part in the smooth running of the production line.  The equipment used will vary from box erectors to vertical form fillers and multihead weighers. Role will include: 

• Basic proactive maintenance of equipment
• Carry out minor repairs on machinery
• Operate machinery as part of the production team
• Complete daily safety start up checks
• Respond to first instance blockages and stoppages
• Regular cleaning of equipment
• Liaise with the Engineering department on matters associated with the equipment
• Support the production team on clear down days to clean the picking loops and/or repack area

Who You are 

• This is a physical role moving around a large factory, lifting up to 20kg
• Previous experience gained within a similar role
• Mechanically minded with working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• A confident and forward thinking team player.
• Excellent attention to detail, flexibility and problem solving.

Ideally Food Safety level 1 

Gousto is for everyone

Whether it's creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams, we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business we lead with inclusivity and strive for equality in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself.

Everyone is welcome and we're looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. 

Excited but wondering if you tick every box? We recommend applying anyway so that we can review your profile . And, if you're in a job share, why not just apply as a pair.

For our roles outside of Operations, most of our people spend 1 or 2 days in our offices every week, combining the benefits of flexibility and time together with colleagues. We want to enable you to do your best work, and if you require additional flexibility, please talk to us about it.

If you have a disability that you're worried will affect you during the interview process, please let us know and we will do our best to help you feel comfortable.

We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please let us know.

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