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Location: Blyth, Doncaster (just off the Junction of A1(M) and A614 Hill Top Roundabout, Blyth S81 8HG). Full‑time permanent contract, 41 hours per week on a rolling average shift rotation (mix of days, nights and some weekend working).
About Us
At Butternut Box, our mission is to deliver health and happiness to dogs and their humans worldwide. Rudie’s Kitchen, part of Butternut Box, is a purpose‑built, high‑volume kitchen where we gently cook and package 12 protein‑rich recipes for the UK.
Responsibilities
* Operate production line equipment to agreed settings and monitor performance.
* Diagnose and resolve operational issues to maintain line performance.
* Conduct quality checks to meet product specifications.
* Perform machine/equipment hygiene, changeovers and waste processing.
* Prepare ingredients for production and mix recipes.
* Work to relevant standards and Key Performance Indicators.
* Attend daily review meetings and contribute to online performance reviews.
* Maintain clean facilities (floors, walls, conveyors, etc.) and follow safety procedures with protective equipment.
Qualifications
* Previous machine operative experience in a food manufacturing environment is desirable.
* Strong knowledge of heavy‑duty and high‑speed machinery.
* Excellent knowledge of safety methods and hazard regulations.
* Ability to read and understand English.
* Good numerical skills.
* Attention to detail and ability to work in a chilled environment.
* Comfortable working with raw protein (lamb, pork, turkey, chicken).
* Committed to food quality.
* Team‑player with a supportive and helpful attitude.
Benefits
* 257.5 hours of holiday per year, plus an extra 8 hours for each year of service (up to 40 hours).
* 39 hours of pre‑booked wellbeing days per year.
* A £500 annual budget for personal learning and development.
* Discounted private medical and dental insurance.
* Gym membership discount through MyGymDiscounts.
* Subsidised food from a variety of street‑food vans and cake for pay‑day pizza.
* Butternut branded uniform (fleece, footwear, hi‑vis).
* Company pension scheme, sick pay and enhanced parental leave.
* Private showers, changing facilities and dedicated locker space.
* Employee discount at Butternut Box for furry friends.
* Large kitchen with lunch facilities, tea/coffee, fruit and large screen TV.
* Free parking and electric‑car charging.
* Opportunities for growth, training and development.
* Team socials and events.
* Referral bonus up to £500.
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