Technical Operator

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

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What will this role achieve?

Reporting to the Team Manager, you will have previous experience of working with manufacturing machinery and will be keen to develop your current skills and knowledge base.

What will be your key deliverables?

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of good manufacturing practice, food safety (HACCP) systems and Health & Safety in the workplace.

· Operate all computerised and automated plant machinery 

· Prioritise and agree allocation of tasks within Technical Operator Team 

· Machine fault identification, diagnosis and rectification (where applicable) 

· Confirm and prioritise production activity in line with production plan 

· Train and assess other operators within the team 

· Establish high standards of work and work proactively in developing continuous improvement within the area 

· Take ownership and accountability for Supply Chain Excellence in the area (including Tiered Meetings and SCE Boards) 

Bring your experience

Essential

You must also have good verbal and numerical skills, basic PC skills, have an interest in solving problems and be a committed team player.

A flexible approach to work and the ability to cope with a fast-paced working environment is essential. You will be highly motivated, have a flexible and adaptable approach to work and be able to demonstrate an aptitude for mechanical based tasks. 

Excellent  organisational skills are essential and as such you must be able to work on your own initiative without direct supervision. 

Desirable

Ideally you would have previous experience operating equipment in a quality focused and performance driven factory environment, however training can be provided if not. Experience of food manufacturing is an advantage.

Shift

Monday - Friday, alternate weeks, 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm. (B shift)

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite

It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values.

Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful.

Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite

Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers

Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better

Resilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward

Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

If you don't meet the benchmark for the tests and therefore don't progress to interview, you will be eligible to re-apply for a vacancy after 6 months 

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.