Production Operative

Kerry Group • Hartlepool • 1h ago

About the role

We’re looking for Production Operatives to join our team in Hartlepool.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll work as part of a supportive production team to keep our operations running safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play an important part in producing great-quality products while maintaining a safety first, quality always approach.

If you enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in doing a job well and are keen to learn and develop, we’d love to hear from you.

Wotking hours are Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm and 2pm -10pm on a shift basis. Overtime is available.

Our Hartlepool site is a busy and dynamic food manufacturing operation, producing everything from appetisers and formed portions to wet blends, demi-glace and natural stocks. With a strong focus on quality, safety and teamwork, every member of our team plays a part in creating products we’re proud of.

What will you be doing?

As a Production Operative, you will

Operate safely and follow production procedures and standards
Support the team in achieving daily production targets
Complete production and process paperwork accurately
Help maintain excellent GMP, food safety and quality standards
Support production start-ups, changeovers and shift handovers
Identify and report safety, quality, equipment or production issues
Help improve efficiency by suggesting ideas and improvements
Work flexibly across different tasks and areas when required
Support new colleagues as they settle into the team
Use systems such as SAP to record production information
Keep your working area clean, organised and audit-ready

What do you need to be successful?

We’re looking for someone who

Has a strong safety and quality mindset
Is reliable, flexible and comfortable working shifts
Enjoys working as part of a team
Communicates clearly and works well with others
Has good attention to detail
Can follow processes and procedures consistently
Is comfortable learning and using computer-based systems
Takes ownership and is willing to highlight problems and suggest solutions
Has the drive to learn, develop and potentially progress into other roles

Previous production or manufacturing experience would be beneficial, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to doing things the right way are equally important.

Why join us?

Friendly team focused on continuous improvements and safety
Employee benefit platform with discounts and offers for retailers online and offline, travelling, utilities and more
Matched pension scheme up to 10%
Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing
Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program
OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year
OurShare, Kerry share plan available to all employees, with option to enroll once a year
MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Our Safety purpose At Kerry, we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.

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