Full Time Production Operative

Location: Craigavon, County Armagh, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent

About Us:

Based in Craigavon, Co. Armagh, Wilson’s Country Ltd specialises in pre-packed, peeled and processed potatoes.We supply food retailers, caterers and food processing companies with a range of products, offering quality, taste, full traceability and value for money.

Due to our continued success and business growth we have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a production operative.

Role Overview:

FULL TIME: 40 hours per week:

The standard working week is 5 days over 6. This will be Monday – Saturday and day shift is 8:00am – 5:00pm. There may be occasions where cover is required on the other shift patterns and opportunities for overtime depending on the business needs.

As a Full Time Production Operative, you will play a crucial role in our production process. You will be responsible for ensuring quality standards met and customer orders are fulfilled.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grading potatoes for quality;
• Packing and manual handling (e.g. filling crates/ boxes/bags, weighing, sealing, sleeving packs, using machinery/equipment);
• Preparing potato products (e.g. removing peel and defects);
• Blanching (frying) and packing potato products
• Cleaning, maintaining a tidy and hygienic work area and company premises;
• Working safely and maintaining a safe work area;
• Following food safety and health and safety policies and practices;
• Working efficiently and in support of production targets and quality standards.

Candidate Criteria:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production role is preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Able to be a team player and also use own initiative
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations
• Reliable and punctual
• Able to understand and communicate in English
• Be over 18 years of age – due to working patterns
• Have a right to work in the UK

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £12.35 per hour
• Full-time, permanent position with opportunities for growth
• 33 days paid holidays leave per year
• Life Assurance
• Virtual Discounts Platform & GP service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Award Scheme
• Regular employee initiatives
• Pension scheme
• Training and development programs

If you are looking to join a diverse and dynamic team we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for the Full Time Production Operative position at Wilson’s Country!

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer