Production Operator

at  Kerry

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have a great opportunity for a Production Operator in your Kerry site in Padiham, Co. Lancashire.
It is a full-time, permanent position, with core hours of 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.
At our Kerry site in Padiham we develop, manufacture and supply variety of infused oils and fats, such as a chili and garlic oils. We are a small team of 14 people, and we are part of an international leader in the taste and nutrition industry. As the Production Operator, you will be involved in day-to-day operations on the site, monitoring and adjusting plant and equipment through all stages of the production process. You will also follow Health and Safety standards and cooperate with your colleague to create a safe work environment.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

Your responsibilities as a Production Operator will include:

• Performing production and maintenance tasks related to plant setup, change, and shutdown to meet product specifications and minimize downtime.
• Assisting with shift administration, including daily production records
• Reporting any issues on the site to a line manager.
• Replenishing stocks, such as raw materials, labels, and packaging, to ensure continuous production.
• Monitoring and adjusting plant settings according to product work instructions.
• Conduct production processes in line with quality control and HACCP requirements, including visual inspections and sampling.
• Completing paperwork and inputting data into the company system.
• Following due-diligence tasks specified by product requirements (e.g., CCPs, temperature control, weight sampling).
• Maintaining cleanliness through Clean As You Go and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ensuring plant and equipment remain contamination-free and reporting any issues.
• Adhering to BRC Quality Standards, HACCP procedures, and Safe Operating Practices.
• Reporting safety concerns promptly to the line manager