Job Description

Tired of working unsociable shifts?

At OV, we are passionate about creating custom ingredients and decorations that add a little extra magic to confectionery, ice cream, and bakery products around the world. Whether it is a touch of indulgence or a burst of creativity, we work hand-in-hand with our customers to craft inspiring solutions that truly stand out. With seven sites across Europe, including Sweden, Switzerland, Harrogate, St Ives, Leominster, Tenbury Wells and Glasgow, we are proud to serve both local legends and global giants in the food industry.

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented and dedicated individual to join our Leominster team as a

Machine Operator

. The successful candidate will play a key role in the production of high-quality food products and delivering excellence to our customers.

What You'll Do

Work as part of a team to achieve production targets and maintain quality, escalating issues quickly to avoid disruptions.

Plan and coordinate tasks and materials.

Train and assess team members in relevant tasks.

Keep activity logs and communicate problems and solutions.

Follow instructions from Unit leaders and Management.

Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic work environment, adhering to "clean as you go" practices.

Perform online quality checks, including CCP checks like metal detection, to ensure compliance with specifications.

Follow procedures to consistently produce quality products.

Ensure machines are cleaned, set up, and maintained for efficient operation.

Set up, run, and optimise equipment to meet product specifications and deadlines.

Transfer products and materials between stages to meet targets.

Inspect products regularly and seek guidance when needed.

Complete records accurately and on time.

Understand equipment and systems to diagnose and resolve issues within guidelines.

Escalate safety, quality, delivery, or wastage concerns and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Assist with capital projects and new product development.

What You'll Need

Good literacy and numeracy skills.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Positive, self-motivated, and proactive attitude.

Effective team player with initiative.

Ability to motivate and support others.

In addition, and of the above attributes will be a distinct advantage:

Food Hygiene qualification (level 2 minimum)

Basic understanding of HACCP principles

Understanding of production procedures

Machine Operator experience in Food Manufacturing

Knowledge of D365 system

Analytical skills

If you're ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career and thrive in a collaborative, quality-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.76-13.14 per hour

Expected hours: 36.5 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leominster HR6 0SP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Machine Operator: 2 years (required) factory work: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person