Job Description

Ford Farm, Ashley Chase Estate, have been perfecting the art of traditional cheese making for over forty years though the recipes and methods go back much further - over 600 years in fact. We believe it's the dedication to these time-honoured traditions that make Ford Farm Cheddars some of the finest in the world.

We are currently recruiting for 2 Operatives - Band C in our Packing Department This position work 42.5 hours per week from January to June and 45 hours per week from July to December.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Undertake tasks in the production areas as required including sealing product and checking for any quality issues, taking samples, monitoring and recording results as required Undertake tasks on and off-site ensuring stock levels, system accuracy and food safety standards are maintained at all times. Contributing to improvements in quality and performance targets. Operate machinery such as bowl choppers, extruders and cutting equipment correctly and safely according to SOP and report any issues where machinery does not work correctly or is unsafe to operate. Conduct machine part changeovers and asset care programs in conjunction with Engineering team Use business systems, such as QIS and NAV to accurately manage production & cleaning records for product safety and integrity - including CCP checks. Closely monitor production quality and adjusting equipment settings to meet specification Support less experienced team members to ensure plans are being followed, improve job knowledge and pass on information between shifts and departments and raising exceptions to your Line Leader / Supervisor. To carry out any other work or task determined to be within your level of competence, to meet the needs of the business. Working within all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Food Safety, Authenticity, Legality and Quality Standards.

Essential

:

4 GCSE's (grade 4 or above including Maths & English Literature and English Language) Competent in using Microsoft software packages Knowledge and experience gained in operating within a food manufacturing environment Food Hygiene - Level 2. Manual Handling Forklift Certificate (relevant to area of work)

Desirable

:

NVQ Level 2 People Management Training Understanding of continuous improvement Able to work in a role that has physical demands

Skills/Aptitude:

Good verbal and legible written communication Basic knowledge and understanding of operational processes and procedures Flexible and adaptable approach Methodical and good attention to detail

Core Values / Behaviours:

INTEGRITY:

Sets example to others through positive behaviours and good engagement Open, honest and calm - even under pressure Respect diversity and be open minded Caring and Empathetic towards others Trustworthy and reliable with good moral standards - doing the right thing, even when no-one is looking
RESPONSIBILITY:

Embrace change with an open mind Adaptable & Polite Proud to respect our environment, our resources and our community Apply a Quality & Safety Mindset at all times and challenge others who don't. Take Personal Ownership of issues Ambition to exceed personal and team goals Driver of your own self-development
COLLABORATION:

Contribute to the team goals and effectively communicate in a timely manner. Freedom to speak up and challenge appropriately Flexibility to work across different teams and functions Accountability for personal & team performance through KPI delivery Innovate, adapt and reduce all forms of waste, guided by data and experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.22 per hour

Benefits:

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

Dorset DT2 9AZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Food Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person