Bells of Lazonby have an exciting opportunity for a Food Production Operative to join the team.
Location: Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1BG
Salary: From £13.25 per hour, plus 25% overtime rates
Job Type: Full - Time, Permanent
Schedule: Various shift patterns available (must be able to work Saturdays on rotation)
About Us:
At Bells of Lazonby, baking has been at the heart of what we do since 1946. Still independently owned by the Bell family, we combine craft skills with large-scale production to create products we’re proud of, and we know the secret ingredient behind our success is our people. We have two bakeries on site in Lazonby – a conventional bakery and a dedicated “free from” bakery, from which we supply many high street coffee shops and major supermarkets with sweet bakery treats, such as cakes, traybakes, pies and tarts.
Food Production Operative - Job Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated Gluten Free Production Operative to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating machinery and assembling food products in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work effectively within a team to meet production goals.
Please note that the role involves heavy manual labour and standing for long periods of time therefore physical strength and dexterity is important.
Shifts Available:
Hours are 38.75 per week. Shifts will be a mixture of 4am to 12.15pm and 6am to 2.15pm, depending on production needs. Transport to work is available for candidates living in Penrith only.
Food Production Operative - The Role:
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Follow work instructions and recipes to complete tasks efficiently
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Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth production
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Operate food production equipment safely and effectively
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Work on different production lines as required
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Weighing and checking raw materials before production
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Ensuring correct product labelling and packaging
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Complete quality and safety paperwork as necessary
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Ensure products meet the required quality standards
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Reporting any faults or issues with machinery to supervisors
Food Production Operative - You:
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Physically fit and dexterous to perform manual handling tasks
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Ability to speak and understand English
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Good communication and teamwork skills
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Able to maintain focus on repetitive tasks
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Excellent attention to detail
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Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks
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Flexible with work duties and willing to adapt as needed
Food Production Operative – Benefits:
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Free Transport to and from Lazonby from Penrith (depending on shift)
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29 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays
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Free Fruit/ Tea/Coffee
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Free onsite parking
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Shopping discounts
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Company Sick Pay
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Refer a Friend Scheme - 1st BONUS = £100, 2nd BONUS = £300
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Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Discounted cakes
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Health assurance scheme
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Employee Assistance program
Application Process:
Bells of Lazonby is committed to equal opportunities for all. As an accredited Disability Confident Committed employer, we offer a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process, accepting job applications in various formats.
To apply for this exciting Food Production Operative opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now