Permanent Production Operative required for Maghaberry Hours of Work: 8:30am - 17:00pm: Monday - Friday Salary - £29,000 per annum Purpose of Job To operate machinery and perform tasks in the production and packaging of food products. Job Description Ensure product manufactured is consistent and of high quality. Follow all applicable quality and food safety procedures, guidelines and policies including GMPs, cleaning schedules and CCPs. Observe all legal and quality process control policies and regulations. Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks. Accurately maintain company records and forms Report any defective materials, food safety concerns or questionable conditions to the Production Supervisor. Maintain the work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition. Complete all operator testing requirements specifically calibration, startup checks and CCP checks. Report equipment faults to maintenance staff. Clean and maintain work areas and machinery. Covers in the absence of the Production Supervisor Health & Safety Promote and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures. Take reasonable care of your own health and safety, as well as that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions. Promptly report any hazards, unsafe practices, incidents, or near misses to your line manager or the Health & Safety team. Cooperate with management on all matters relating to health and safety, including attending mandatory training and following issued guidance or instructions. Use equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and as instructed to minimise risk. Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the identification and control of workplace hazards. Support a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety by actively engaging in health and safety initiatives and suggestions. Main Duties Ensure product manufactured is consistent and of high quality. Follow all applicable quality and food safety procedures, guidelines and policies including GMPs, cleaning schedules and CCPs. Observe all legal and quality process control policies and regulations. Monitor the production process and carry out basic testing and quality checks. Accurately maintain company records and forms Report any defective materials, food safety concerns or questionable conditions to the Production Supervisor. Maintain the work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition. Complete all operator testing requirements specifically calibration, startup checks and CCP checks. Report equipment faults to maintenance staff. Clean and maintain work areas and machinery. Covers in the absence of the Production Supervisor Health & Safety Promote and maintain a safe working environment by adhering to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures. Take reasonable care of your own health and safety, as well as that of others who may be affected by your actions or omissions. Promptly report any hazards, unsafe practices, incidents, or near misses to your line manager or the Health & Safety team. Cooperate with management on all matters relating to health and safety, including attending mandatory training and following issued guidance or instructions. Use equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly and as instructed to minimise risk. Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the identification and control of workplace hazards. Support a culture of continuous improvement in workplace safety by actively engaging in health and safety initiatives and suggestions. Essentials Criteria: Knowledge of Food Hygiene Ability to work as an effective team member including accepting supervision / assistance from other team members Ability to follow instructions accurately and work efficiently Good communicator Desirable HACCP, BRCGS Company Benefits: 29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata) Company Pension Scheme Life Assurance cover Employee Discount Scheme Employee Assistance Programme For further information contact Tanya Lyttle at GenTech Recruitment on Skills: Production Operative Monday - Friday Knowledge of Food Hygiene