Summary
Hands-on role operating kilns to produce high-quality seafood, ensuring safety, precision, and top standards every time.
The Role
As a Kiln Operative, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality seafood by operating industrial kilns to precise standards. At the heart of our process, you'll ensure seafood is processed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality by monitoring kiln conditions, recording data, inspecting products, and upholding strict food safety and hygiene standards. This hands-on role suits someone practical, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
This is a rotating shift 4 weeks at Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 06:00- 18:00 then 4 weeks Friday, Saturday and Sunday 06:00 - 18:00, however some flexibility is required.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Operate kilns according to set procedures and production schedules to ensure consistent product quality.
* Monitor kiln performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain optimal processing conditions.
* Accurately weigh trollies before and after processing and record all batch data for traceability.
* Inspect products for quality, identifying and reporting any faults or contamination.
* Follow all health, safety, hygiene, and PPE requirements to maintain a safe working environment.
* Support wider production tasks as needed, working flexibly across shifts to meet operational targets.
The Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience in a production or processing environment, ideally within the food or seafood industry.
* Basic understanding of kiln operation or similar machinery, with the ability to interpret data and graphs.
* Strong attention to detail, observational skills, and the ability to spot faults or contamination.
* A proactive and adaptable approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing demands.
* Good teamwork skills, the ability to work independently, and a strong work ethic.
* Knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and health & safety procedures (training/certification desirable).
Why Sofina Foods?
* Competitive hourly rate (paid weekly)
* Online Benefits Hub
* Life insurance
* Company pension
* Free on-site parking
* Employee referral programme
* Health & wellbeing support
Company Information
Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It's a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world.
If you're looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there's a place for you at Sofina Foods.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
12 Hour Shift, Day Shift
Location
Livingston, West Lothian
Hours of Work
Full-time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
4796BR