Position Overview & Specifications

Job description

The Single Variety Co are currently recruiting for a Food Production Operative for our fast growing, award winning jam business based in Warmley, Bristol.

As a food production operative, you will be joining a small but growing team of production staff that will be producing high quality products to the food industry.

We believe in a work life balance and will be operating a 4 day week.

Shifts:

Monday to Thursday.

We are looking for a candidate that can work between 30 -40 hours per week. Final shift times will depend on finding the right candidate to work around our current team but a start time of 8am will be required.

Some weekend work may be required during our busy periods. (You will be given plenty of notice for these periods)

Main Responsibilities:

Washing and preparing the ingredients.
Operate production line equipment.
Assemble goods on a production line (Lidding jam jars!)
Report equipment faults to maintenance staff.
Monitor production and carry out basic testing and quality checks.
Store goods and raw materials in the factory.
Pack and label goods ready for shipment.
Clean and maintain your work area in line with the Company standards and Health and Safety policy.

Skills:

Passionate about food and quality ingredients.
Attention to detail.
The ability to work well with others.
Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Willing to get your hands dirty
To be flexible and open to change.
Must be comfortable with heavy lifting (20-30kg) - Jam is heavy!
Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 preferred although not essential as full training will be provided.
Experience in a SALSA approved production kitchen would be highly advantageous.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30-40 per week

Salary: £10.90 per hour

Benefits: