Lead Operator

6 months ago

Hayes, United Kingdom graze Full time

about graze and the world we are part of

At graze, our mission is to rewrite the snacking rulebook. We stand against the snack-stablishment and how unsatisfied it can make snackers feel. We want people to enjoy snacking again by eating delicious treats without worrying about eating too much sugar or salt. Thats why were always on the hunt for tastier, crunchier, fresher and better snacks that are good for you (and for the planet). 

But how are we doing this? Well, weve already reduced the sugar in our snacks by 60% and were working towards becoming more transparent with our labelling (and encouraging other snack makers to do the same). Were here to make healthy, exciting and snacking a joy.

So it should come as no surprise that were also a certified B Corp and a proud advocate for the Better Business Act. Weve committed to being a better business by putting equal measure behind how our business operates for people, planet and profit. 

Now thats a graze idea.
 

The role 

Do you have a curious brain with a drive to make improvements? Would you like to develop a career in manufacturing? Then this is a great role for you. As a Lead Operator in one of our manufacturing or packing areas you will be directly responsible for and will deliver day-to-day performance. You will be responsible for safety, quality, output and cost aspects within your line. You will contribute towards the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within your area so that we continue our journey to excellent performance. 

what youll be responsible for

 Responsible for operating the machine and coordinating a small team of permanent and temporary operators to achieve line targets

Complying with graze safety standards, ensuring the environment is safe for work at all times, while contributing to the continuous improvement in site Safety culture 

Complying with graze quality and hygiene standards, championing the ownership of the quality culture and contributing to the site wide Quality culture agenda 

Identifying and escalating machinery breakdowns/faults, working cross functionally to support on root cause analysis and deliver on actions to prevent recurrence 

Owning and delivering changes in processes relating to all aspects of operational performance to deliver on continuous improvement strategies 

Working with the Team Leader in identifying potential talent or skills gaps in the team around you to ensure the whole team is performing as required to achieve line targets 

what were looking for in you 

Previous experience in FMCG or manufacturing environment 

Experience in coordinating a small team off associates would be desirable. 

Ability to identify opportunities and come up with solutions to increase efficiency and improve standards in your area 

Strong and effective communication skills within the team and towards support teams within the site 

Any previous experience with continuous improvement methodology and familiarity with health and safety and food safety and quality standards would be desirable but is not mandatory 

Fluent verbal and written English skills would be beneficial 

what well expect in your first 6 months 

Learn quickly about the graze business, our portfolio and how we do things 

Get a good functional understanding of your operational area - machinery, processes, planning and warehouse management software 

Take full ownership of your area 

Build strong relationships within your area and across the functions 

Proactively identifying efficiency losses and proposing solutions 

whats in it for you?

Youll be part of a company where you can have fun, enjoy free snacks (very important) and pick up new skills to really take your experience to the next level. 33 days holiday (Including Bank holidays) We want you to be your authentic self every single day - so we create an environment where you feel like you belong, in any (and every) way thats right for you. Plus, we have a dedicated diversity and inclusion employee resource group that youre welcome to join  We encourage active learning, so you can enjoy networking events, learning lunches and even more formal qualifications - whatever you need to do the best job possible. Youll be working with some seriously smart, informed, helpful, funny, dedicated (and very, very modest) people at graze HQ. Youll be part of an open, inclusive and pioneering team. What could be better? You can enjoy our discounted gym membership. Youll get all the standard benefits including a pension, a yearly bonus, health insurance and so much more. Access to Bippit, an all-in-one financial wellbeing platform, which includes unlimited 1:1 coaching from a finance professional. A family-friendly policy which includes Paternity Leave, Ordinary Parental Leave, Undergoing IVF Treatment, Pregnancy Loss & Bereavement. We also offer one paid volunteering day and one health day each year on top of your annual leave allowance, to use however you wish. As you will be working in Hayes and are food focused in our factory we are pleased to provide you with a few tasty and healthy breakfast options.

As graze is unable to offer visa sponsorship, you must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this vacancy.

Let us know if you have accessibility requirements for the interview process and well ensure that all your needs are provided for. 

Please feel free to include which pronouns you use (such as she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs etc.) in your application.

graze recruits, employs, trains, and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion within our team and in all of our work.

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