Job Description

Production Operator - North Uist

Uist Asco, located about five miles from Lochmaddy on the Island of North Uist, is a seaweed processor that has been drying seaweeds since 2014. This region of Scotland has a long and proud history of harvesting seaweed and creating jobs and economic growth from this renewable marine resource.

The Role:

The Uist Asco Production Team is seeking a positive and dependable Production Operator to support our Production Facility in North Uist. It is a great opportunity for a local candidate who enjoys working with their hands and who would like to gain experience in a manufacturing setting while working with a world-leading organization. Sound like you?

Responsibilities:

Monitors equipment Packages (sewing, palletizing, stretch wrapping and storing) all products. Completes required documentation (time sheets, PMP, machine run time, change over check list) Completes any lab procedures and documentation that may be assigned by management. Cleans work area daily. Assist with maintaining and repairing the production equipment. Chops and spreads the seaweed as required. Completes other job duties as assigned. Supports the company's vision and policies regarding Health & Safety, Corporate Culture, and Environmental Management by displaying the appropriate leadership and behaviours toward meeting the company's objectives in these areas.

Qualifications:

Standard Grade or equivalent education Experience in operating forklifts, telehandlers, etc would be an Asset (additional training can be provided) Ability to lift heavy items in a repetitive manner. Flexible approach to work and comfortable working in a shift environment.
If this job sounds like it was made for you, we'd like to meet you. To further explore this opportunity, just submit your application to Angus Ferguson, Plant Manager at aferguson@uistasco.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We truly believe we can create a sustainable world by advancing the science of seaweed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 26,520.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person