Job Description

Job description

As a Food Processor/Machine Operator here at The Ilchester Cheese Co Ltd you will be working with modern state of the art automation equipment and manufacturing robotics.

We are looking for flexible, proactive and confident Food Processors/Machine Operatives who are looking to secure a career within a forward thinking ever developing food manufacturing company.

Training will be provided on our automatic production line machinery to enable you to achieve high efficiency and required quality to achieve the production plan, whilst maintaining high levels of health and safety.

You will be involved in Machine line set up, operation of all production line machines and robotics, using the latest machinery technology and equipment all the time adhering to all necessary Health and Safety, Quality, and Planning requirements.

In terms of duties, this is a multi-functional role and staff will be expected to run state of the art machinery and robots to help us produce our award winning cheeses.

We offer an excellent competitive salary and benefits package

Starting hourly rate of 13.16ph-

Pay rate increases with line knowledge

Working Hours

- Monday - Friday - Weekly rotating shift pattern of 6am-2pm & 2pm-10pm

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Time and a half Overtime, unsociable hours premium paid during night shifts, free health care cash plan, free retailer discount portal, free financial advice benefits, enhanced family friendly benefits, buying of holiday, free parking, company pension, life insurance, free teas and coffees.

The Ilchester Cheese Co Ltd is a global specialty cheese business with innovation at its heart, which brings together Norwegian and British expertise in cheese production and manufacturing. The The Ilchester Cheese Co "house of brands" includes a variety of increasingly popular cheeses. Taking centre stage from Norway is Jarlsberg, admired by leading chefs worldwide, whilst brands from the UK include the ever-popular Applewood Cheese, Mexicana and Ilchester.

Background & Profile:

Experience in Food Manufacturing is desirable. Experience in machine operating Present yourself in a professional and courteous manner at all times Achieve required pass mark in English language aptitude test Willing to work overtime including weekends when required Ensure you meet the standards of personal hygiene and procedural compliance required by the business at all times
Apply online or call us on 01935 842802 to discuss availability

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: Ilchester, near Yeovil.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.16 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Financial planning services Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ilchester BA22 8JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Food handling: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person