My job
As a Sampling Technician you will be required to arrange the collection and testing of products including cooking products and organising taste panels. You will also be required to maintain records including the verification and issue factory temperature probes. Additionally you will be responsible for the day to day operation and cleaning of the test kitchen.
Any issues or concerns with quality must be highlighted to your manager, a Food safety & Quality Manager or Senior Food safety & Quality Manager.
Effective liaison, team working and interaction with other operatives and supervisory staff is fundamental.
The job is performed mainly in factory controlled area and involves extensive periods standing.
Shift : Monday to Friday 08.00-16.00
Responsibilities/duties: To carryout tasks as trained.
To advise managers when not trained for tasks you are being asked to carry out.
Not to undertake any tasks where training has not taken place.
To work in a manner that promotes the health and safety of oneself and others.
To report any health and safety issues to your immediate manager.
To report any accidents or near missus to the first aider in the area.
To set a good example of behaviour.
To work in a manner which ensures Quality and Hygiene standards are maintained in the production environment.
To ensure productivity standards are maintained
You may be asked to work in any area of the business as and when demand requires it.
To carryout a reasonable amount of overtime or to work outside core hours to meet orders and demand of the business.
To work in a manner that actively seeks to reduce any negative environmental impact in relation to the processes and procedures operating within your area and across the wider business e.g. reduction of waste, recycling etc.
To be ready at the start of shift, to carry out specified checks in an accurate, timely and methodical manner, causing the minimum of delay or disruption to the production process
To record all information, generated throughout the shift, on the appropriate sheets, accurately and legibly. This will enable technical and production management to check details of product, quality etc, throughout the shift.
To quickly report any anomalies to the appropriate manager so that corrective action may be taken.
To ensure any equipment needed, is available and functioning and ready to hand, to enable completion of checks in a competent and efficient manner
To be able to check and operate all designated equipment, including testing equipment, computers, breaders, ovens and fryers to ensure it is fully operational and accurate within specifications
To keep up to date with changes to product specifications and testing procedures as they change, thus ensuring operation to the current standard expected.
To keep the test kitchen clean and organised to maintain and clean and safe working environment for yourself and others.
Any other duties that are required.
Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe: Competitive salary
All training provided on the job
Many progression opportunities
Pension scheme
Continuous training provided
Free on-site parking
Discounted employee shop
Life cover
Shopping discounts
Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
Discounted staff shop
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For more information, please contact recruitment team on or on 07483 177357.
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.
What we'll bring to the table
Competitive Salary
Competitive Holiday Entitlement
Pension Contribution
Family Friendly Policies
Learning and Development Opportunities
Life Assurance
People matter
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Our values
Determination
Simplicity
Availability
Humility
Discipline
Sincerity
Ownership
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