Job Description

Listed in The Times Top Track 250 for mid-market growth consecutively for 5 years running, we manufacture a wide range of flours in some of the most technically advanced mills in the world. This ensures the highest levels of food safety and brand protection for our customers. We have built our reputation as a world class miller and market leader through significant capital investment and our close working relationships with our customers and suppliers. All of which is underpinned by our dedicated and highly skilled people.

Main Purpose of the Role:

As a Junior Production Technician, you will undertake an in-depth training programme covering all aspects of 'Grain and other Cereal Milling'. The learning and development programme will develop your knowledge of Flour Milling through the completion of all UKFM (UK Flour Millers) Flour Milling Correspondence Courses, as well as learning the practical skills required. This role will support all functions of production and require adaptable working hours to assist plant operation as necessary. The shift pattern for this role is 40 hours per week and could include nights, afternoons, days and weekend work, to ensure production demands are met.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

To Support and learn the Silo, FHT, Mill, Large Pack, Small Pack, Warehouse and Lab operations.

Reporting of any issues affecting performance and/or quality

Undertake maintenance and cleaning activities as required

Work with team members to best meet the needs of the manufacturing/out loading plan

Work with hygiene to ensure continuous reduction in pest activity

Assist with maintenance and shutdown activities

Complete all tasks in accordance with company guidelines

Identify hazards through the appropriate processes and ensure others are not at risk

Ensure the application of HACCP and other procedures (GMP's) to maintain product integrity

Co-operate and work with the cleaning teams to give an integrated approach to plant hygiene

To be proactive in suggesting process improvements, raise/respond to non-conformances in the process

Conform to all CCP (Critical Control Point) procedures

Ensure all product is checked and meets set specifications prior to it leaving site

We offer a competitive salary, enhanced holiday entitlement, company sick pay, life insurance, health cash plans, family friendly policies, EV/ULEV car scheme and cycle to work scheme. In return we are looking for:

Willingness to learn Ability to study and pass all UKFM Flour Milling Correspondence Course Examinations Willingness to expand knowledge through courses on H&S, Quality and other associated subjects Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Excellent honesty and integrity Computer literate, including excel and word The ability to remain calm and professional under pressure Effective communicator at all levels Self-motivated with a can-do attitude Excellent problem solving, planning and organisational skills Flexible and adaptable to meet the ever-changing working environment
If you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please apply with your CV and covering letter to Recruitment@whitworthbros.ltd.uk.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,210.70 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person