Line Operative

Job Description

Working on a variety of manual/automated lines to meet planned volume and commercial targets, and in accordance with QA and safety standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Following all Safe Systems of Work and procedures
• Reporting any near miss incidents, hazards or defective equipment at any time
• Reporting any accidents and supporting investigations
• Adhering to all Quality procedures
• Reporting to Line Leader any faults in packed product e.g. poor seals coding difficult to read or missing
• Checking products and ensuring the right quality is packed
• Checking dates on incoming products for the Line Leaders
• Ensuring pallet layout is correct
• Keeping the line tidy – it keeps it safer and protects the product from foreign matter contamination
• Following personal hygiene rules e.g. hand washing and not taking loose items into the factory
• Following all Standard Operating Procedures
• Working at the required rate to achieve the line target
• Keeping time is expected at shift starts and breaks
• Working on your line area

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

• Quality
• H&S
• Training
• Meet standards required for internal and external audits

Qualifications

• Food Manufacturing/Packaging background is essential for this role
• The ability to work within fast past environment  
• Knowledge of Health & Safety obligations, although training will be provided
• Basic IT skills are required as you’ll be using the integrated management system
• Attention to details

Additional Information