Job Description

For Silver & Green; a family owned, local artisan Mediterranean food producer/wholesaler, on the edge of the Lake district. For this role you will be given on the job training, in order for you to be able to lead our busy production unit.

Start Date:

Jan 5th 2025

Wage:

13.74 per hour

Hours per week: 29 per week

Tues/Wed/Thurs , 8.30am - 4.30pm. Friday 8.30-2.00

Possibility of additional hours on a Monday aligned with future business growth and potential role progression.

Contract Type:

Part-Time Permanent with probationary training period of 3 - 6 months

What we're like to work for...

You'll be part of a business that always delivers a great service - and that means you'll need to share our very high standards. We are focused on producing a great quality food product, and take this really seriously; but we also like to think we are a pretty friendly bunch who value a calm and pleasant work environment.

Benefits:

On-site parking Access to staff discounts on online shop products Some staff clothing provided You get to come to work on the edge of the Lake District National Park, with views over Blencathra!

Ability to commute/relocate:

Penrith, CA11 0JG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:

In person, North Lakes Business Park

What the production job involves day to day:

Working on a fast paced production line as part of a small team

Portioning olives, herbs, spices, oil and brine

Use of basic food packaging machinery

Labelling and storage of raw materials and finished products

Completing Daily Paperwork

Cleaning of equipment and work-surfaces

Once Training Period Complete you will be responsible for Leading Daily Operations within the production area. This includes:

Following a weekly briefing with leadership team, you will be responsible for communicating production schedules to the team through daily briefing

Ongoing communication with Production Planner and Warehouse Manager to ascertain daily priorities and order of flow

Ensuring production staff are on time and compliant with hygiene/clothing guidelines etc

Ensuring that all product is produced to a high standard and within given timeframes

Ensuring all paperwork has been completed, accurately and consistently

Ensuring machinery is clean and in good condition, and communicating any issues to maintenance team.

A good basic understanding of machinery set-up (training given)

Motivate staff on a daily basis and foster a positive working environment within the production area.

Work with Technical Manager and HACCP Team to ensure we are prepared for SALSA food safety audits

You will need to successfully complete a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate for Food Manufacture during your training period

Once trained you will need to lead basic annual machinery and process refresher training alongside HR manager.

Key Skills...

Decision Making

Problem solving - unexpected things will often occur which require some consideration and a calm head.

Reliable and excellent time keeping

Ability to work in a fast paced production environment

Good communication skills and attention to detail

Ability to work efficiently and effectively as part of a team, whilst also being able to lead that team.

Manual lifting is required

Basic Understanding of Microsoft Office Packages

Ability to adapt to change and be flexible (This is really essential here as we're a small team and a willingness to help out with other departments from time to time is required)

Due to the location, own transport is essential

Qualifications are not important but a reasonable level of competency in maths and English is required.

Previous experience within manufacturing, food/hospitality, or management is welcomed but not essential.

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: From 13.74 per hour

Expected hours: 29 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penrith CA11 0JG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person