Job title: Process Operators
Location: Batley, WF17 5JE
Working Hours: Nightshift – Fri 10pm-7am, Sat & Sun 7pm-7am
Payrates: £14.18 per hour
Contract type: Full time, perm
Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC UK)
FBC UK bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company.
FBC UK are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few, as well as a proud manufacturing partner to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names.
The key ingredient to FBC UK's success is people, and the passion they have for their brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox's or the choc-chip to our Maryland? We need people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success.
FBC UK are currently the second biscuit manufacturer in the UK market with a strong ambition of becoming UK Market Leader.
About the role:
To provide an efficient and safe operation of processing equipment, whilst checking quality attribute and specification along with complying with Company Food Safety, Health & Safety, Quality and Hygiene requirements i.e., factory dress code and hand washing procedure.
Key responsibilities:
· Check programme/oven profile and relevant recipe sheets
· Ensure relevant programme is entered into the computerised bulk feed system
· To refill hoppers as required and prepare and add pre-mix batches
· Before downloading recipe, check all guards are fitted correctly and ingredient hoppers are assembled and ready for use
· Check webs and tracking, rectifying and reporting any faults
· Check all guards are fitted correctly
· Set up, operate and control the rotary moulder and baking oven, make adjustments as required in order to maintain standards/specifications and report any faults
· Set up, operate and control the cream mixing equipment and creaming machine, including all associated handling and use of ingredients and make adjustments as required in order to maintain standards/specifications and report any faults
· Set up, operate and control the chocolate enrober and chocolate cooler, make adjustments as required in order to maintain standards/specifications and report any faults
· Set up and maintain chocolate supply to meet demand within the factory
· Regularly monitor product for any sign of deviation from standards/specification
· To ensure colour standards and control sheets are checked/recorded and are correct
· To keep working area clean and tidy at all times and keep plant equipment clean
Key Ingredients for suitable candidates include:
Technical Machine Operation Experience
* Hands-on experience operating automated or semi-automated machinery in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
* Familiarity with start-up, shutdown, and troubleshooting procedures for machines such as ovens, Meinkie (baking) equipment, and cappers.
Attention to Detail & Process Compliance
* Ability to follow recipes, batch sheets, and operating instructions accurately.
* Consistent compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards.
Problem-Solving and Mechanical Aptitude
* Ability to identify irregularities in machine operation and either resolve or escalate them appropriately.
* Basic mechanical understanding to support minor adjustments or interventions during operation.
Experience in Fast-Paced Production
* Proven ability to work efficiently in a high-speed, high-volume production line without compromising quality or safety.
Team Collaboration and Communication
* Strong communication skills to liaise with colleagues, maintenance teams, and supervisors during production runs and changeovers.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.18 per hour
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person