PRODUCTION OPERATIVE

at  Pilgrims Europe

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and passionate individual with a drive to succeed, to join a global company at their site in Ballymena.
Working Hours:
Day Shift
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 6:30am-6:30pm
Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday - 6:30am-6:30pm
The job of Production Operative is to carry out all duties relating to the efficient and effective running of the allocated work area to meet the Section’s objectives in line with the overall Company goals and objectives.

Some of the role duties and responsibilities are listed below:

• Carry out all allocated duties in the designated work area in accordance with operating procedures and management instructions to produce the product according to customer specifications and key performance indicators.
• Ensure that work rates, production targets, hygiene, quality and housekeeping standards are met and maintained.
• Co-operate in the smooth running of the area, avoiding double handling, waste, and ensuring a level of good housekeeping.
• Observe all safety rules and procedures, ensuring that the work area, equipment and materials are left in a safe state; and that reasonable care is taken for the health and safety of all fellow employees and any other persons within the work area.

Essential

Desirable

• A good level of English both written and verbal.
• The ability to work in a chilled environment.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and ability to use own initiative.
• Previous experience working within a factory environment.

Pilgrim’s Pride Limited is a division of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation, our business is part of the second largest food company in the world, whose team farm, process, prepare, package and deliver fresh, frozen and value-added food products for sale in more than 100 countries.
We are proud to partner with more than 1,000 UK farmers who share our belief in the highest standards on animal welfare, efficiency, and quality. Our own farming operation is 100% RSPCA Higher Welfare, making us the largest producer of higher welfare pork globally, delivering 25% of pig meat to UK consumers

• Carry out all allocated duties in the designated work area in accordance with operating procedures and management instructions to produce the product according to customer specifications and key performance indicators.
• Ensure that work rates, production targets, hygiene, quality and housekeeping standards are met and maintained.
• Co-operate in the smooth running of the area, avoiding double handling, waste, and ensuring a level of good housekeeping.
• Observe all safety rules and procedures, ensuring that the work area, equipment and materials are left in a safe state; and that reasonable care is taken for the health and safety of all fellow employees and any other persons within the work area