Machine Operator - Livingston
Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC UK)!Job title: Machine OperatorsLocation: Livingston, EH54 5DNWorking Hours:3 shifts rotating (must be able to work all 3 shifts) Mon-Fri, 6am-2pmSun-Thurs, 10pm-6amMon-Fri, 2pm-10pm Payrate: £14.52 per hourContract type: Full time, perm (paid weekly in arrears)FBC UK bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company.FBC UK are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few, as well as a proud manufacturing partner to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names.The key ingredient to FBC UK’s success is people, and the passion they have for their brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox’s or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We need people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success.FBC UK are currently the second biscuit manufacturer in the UK market with a strong ambition of becoming UK Market Leader.About the role:We are looking for a Machine Operator to join our production team. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our wrapping machinery, contributing to the quality of our products while minimising production disruptions. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our packing production team.Key responsibilities: Working with up to 40 team members per shiftOperating high speed wrapping machines and checkweighersChecking codes and completion of daily production documentationMaintenance of hygiene and housekeeping standards and ‘clean as you go’ proceduresMaintenance of quality standards proceduresMaintenance of Health and Safety standards Key Ingredients for suitable candidates include: Experience in operating machineryExperience working in a fast-paced environment is a mustStrong attention to detail and commitment to product qualityAbility to follow hygiene and safety protocols rigorouslyGood communication skills and the ability to work as part of a teamAbility to support and train new team members once comfortable in the roleProactive approach to problem-solving and process improvementAble to work on own accord, take ownership and be motivated to learn Desirable skills: Experience operating wrapping machines (training provided)
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