Production Operator

Cawingredients manufacture and supply high volume soft drinks principally to the UK markets.

We are looking for a Production Operator to join our fast moving, dynamic growing business.

Are you looking to change your career, or are you looking to work for a Company that can offer you an opportunity to progress your career within a manufacturing industry, if so this could be the role for you.

We are one of the biggest contract fillers in the UK supplying high volume soft drinks principally to the UK market.

As a Production Operator you will be working in a state of the art production facility and you will play a key part in ensuring successful output of product. Working as Production Operator, in our canning facility your responsibilities will vary around the daily production plans, therefore we are seeking individuals with a degree of flexibility to operate various machines to a very high standard.

**Requirements**:

- Ability to operate mechanical production equipment.
- Responsible for complying with food safety, food security, quality, HCCAP, Allergen regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of the product run on the lines based on specifications.
- Ability to inspect materials for quality and thoroughness against requirements.
- Ability to adhere to the strictest level of hygiene and cleanliness and to perform all health, safety rules and regulations (Good Manufacturing Practices).

This role will be based on our site in Leeming Bar in North Yorkshire. Currently the team are working a variation to the four on four off twelve hour shift pattern working both day and night shifts as directed. Rotas are notified in advance. You would commence work at 6am or 6pm as appropriate and your normal working hours will would be 2,166 per annum.

Due to shift working you will be paid a salary, as part of this package it will be expected that you will have a flexible approach towards working some addition hours when required.

The starting salary for this position is £31,000. Individual performance and development within the role will continuously be monitored over the first 2 years of employment. Individuals will be formally reviewed every 6 months and based on signs of continuous development, at those intervals it is anticipated that in line with progression the salary will be increase at each stage.

Once deemed a fully competent operator (by 2 years service) the salary will be uplifted to the equivalent full rate of a trained production operator (currently at £41,548.03 per annum).

Annual Leave is 252 hours per annum, plus Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

At Cawingredients we value our team and offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.

**Pension Scheme** - Helping you plan for the future:

- 5% Employee, 3% Employer

**Length of Service Leave** - Rewarding loyalty with up to **4 extra days of annual leave**:

- 5 years = 2 extra days
- 10 years = 1 extra day
- 15 years = 1 extra day

(_Pro rata for part-time employees_)

**Life Insurance** - Providing **peace of mind** with:

- 2× annual salary

**Comprehensive Healthcare Support** - Prioritising your well-being with:

- **Healthcare Cash Plan** (Benefit in Kind)
- **Private Medical Insurance** (for engineers and managers)
- **24/7 Employee Assistance Program** - confidential support whenever you need it
- **Doctor Line & Fitness Programs** - promoting a healthy lifestyle

**Financial Well-being** - We help you plan for a secure future with free access to professional financial coaching.

**Family-Friendly Policies** - Enhanced Paternity Leave and Maternity Leave.

**Company Sick Pay** - Up to 10 paid sick days per year, ensuring support during challenging times.

**Exclusive Discounts** - Enjoy perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping deals, and more through various platforms.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,000.00-£41,548.03 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Northallerton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person