This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 23 days at 23:59 BST .
My job
We’re currently looking for a Key Operator to join our Slicing team at Pilgrim's Europe– Redruth. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in leading the team to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements—while driving continuous improvement across slicing lines.
Key information:
* Competitive Rates of Pay
* Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
* Shift: Monday to Friday
As a Key Operator you will lead, support and advise the line team through effective coordination, communication, and performance monitoring. You’ll ensure operational excellence while delivering on KPIs for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
Key Responsibilities:
• Organise, prioritise, and lead slicing line operations to meet production targets.
• Support training, development, and coaching of line team members.
• Maintain full traceability and ensure product specifications are met.
• Monitor, check and verify standards (e.g., hygiene, safety, paperwork).
• Capture and escalate downtime and performance issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with QA, Process Controllers, Engineers, and other support teams.
• Drive team engagement and effective communication across shifts.
Skills, Knowledge & Expectations:
• Flexible & Multi-line Capable. This role is not line-specific; ability to run multiple lines is essential.
• Strong leadership and people skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Able to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong understanding of Food Safety, Health & Safety, and Technical compliance.
• Basic H&S and Food Safety Awareness.
• Willingness to learn and upskill (training provided).
Desirable Qualifications:
• NVQ Level 2 (minimum), Level 3 preferred
• Level 1 Food Safety
• Product Integrity Level 1
• ILM Level 2 or higher
• Essential HACCP
• COSHH / IOSHH
• Professional Trainer’s Certificate
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
• Line throughput (packs/mins)
• Minimise waste and rework
• Change-over time
• Effective communication and leadership
Apply today and carve out your career with Pilgrim’s Europe!
The company
Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.
Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.
Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.
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