Packer / Stand in Feedend and Ovens Operative

1 month ago


Wigston, United Kingdom pladis Global Full time

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led , resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility , we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact


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You will be required to stand in as a Grade as and when required.

What will this role achieve?

To work as part of a team in the packing and feeding of biscuits in line with site requirements. As part of this role you will be required to stand in a Grade role which will involve Feedend and Ovens Operating.

The role requires a positive individual with a can-do attitude who is committed to maintaining high standards in production whilst working as part of a dynamic team.

What will be your key deliverables?

Manually pack products within specifications (includes bending, lifting, stretching)

Visually check for foreign matter / hazards

Ensure quality of biscuits being packed is within product specifications

Ensure adherence to all quality and safety standards.

Work to a high standard, enabling plants to achieve planned output.

Report any problems to Packing Manager.

Ensure housekeeping and hygiene standards are maintained.

Support the Supervisors in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.

Provide a co-ordinated link with all production processes on the line.

Grade stand in responsibilities

Responsibility for signing data sheets with correct data.

Deliver the production plan effectively with quality being the priority.

Lead health and safety standards within the area to ensure all work safely.

Ensure all health and safety standards are adhered to.

Deliver products to the defined standard specifications.

Use of Lean manufacturing tools and techniques.

Deliver the production plan to maintain customer service levels

Demonstrate good communication skill.

Bring your experience

Essential

Basic numerical and literacy knowledge

Manual dexterity

Basic communication skills

Basic problem recognition

Ownership essential. Must be accountable for own work and area.

Supportive within the team.

Be able to multi-task.

Ownership essential. Must be accountable for own work and area.

Supportive within the team.

Understand zonal KPI’s (production targets, waste levels and line performance)

Desirable

Previous experience is desirable but not essential, training will be given.

Shift Pattern

Shift B Monday – Friday hours per week. Two-week rolling rota: Week : am-pm, Week : pm-pm

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite

It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values.

Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful.

Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite.

Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers

Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better

Resilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward

Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.



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