Receiving Operative - Whittlesey, United Kingdom - McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd

McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd

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Whittlesey, United Kingdom

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Position Title:
Receiving Operative

Position Type:
Regular - Full-Time

Position Location:
Whittlesey

Requisition ID: 23378

**Technical Operative (Receiving)

Full Time**We are passionate about potatoes. But we're even more passionate about our People

For over 60 years we've been the number one branded player in frozen potato market. When it comes to bringing the nation together at mealtimes with simple, delicious and great tasting food we're kind of a big deal

You won't just find us in supermarkets though.

As well as owning a household retail brand, our respected foodservice business works in close partnership with distributors, chefs and caterers across thousands of the country's pubs, restaurants, hospitals and schools.

We are manufacturing maestros.

And we're passionate about potatoes.

But we are even more passionate about our people.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Did you know one in four chips eaten in the UK is made by us?

At McCain, its not just about what we make, but its about how we make it that's important

We are looking for Technical Operatives (also known as 'Tech Ops') to join our #WeAreMcCain family.

ABOUT THE JOB

Based at our Whittlesey plant, you will ensure potato intake operates effectively and that a continuous supply of potatoes meets planned schedule to quality requirements.

You'll also be responsible for...

Technical aspects of the department blending processes, bin management, achieving production requirements for the peeler.
Making technical adjustments as required for efficient running, calibrating, fault finding and rectifying as required.
Continually monitor and carry out tests to determine if area quality is being achieved, taking preventative or corrective action when appropriate and informing all applicable parties. Input traceability production run data into computer system
Contribute to risk assessments, audits, and the development and improvement of quality controls
Understand and operate equipment for the area as per Standard Work Methods
Routine sampling of raw material, checking potato passport, recording of data and liaising with production and AOL on specification achievements. Actioning and maintaining rejection data.

All whilst maintaining high quality, hygiene, maximum production and a high level of safety - our number one priority here at McCain.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You might have never worked in a food manufacturing environment before, and that's OK We're quick learners here at McCain, so we can teach you everything you need to know.

However, we are looking for someone who can really make a difference to our plant, who brings experience of working in a team, the ability to work closely with their manager, and who has a real ability to bring people along a change journey with them.

You must also have

A keen eye for continuous improvement and who will strive to find areas to enhance our line operations within our plant.
The ability to work at pace, without jeopardising quality and standards.
A team player who can play towards creating our winning culture.
A passion for quality with an eye for detail.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Although we do encourage you to taste the goods you'll be pleased to know we don't pay you in chips.

For working hard, you'll also get a great salary and some pretty good benefits including:

An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do, up to a maximum of 12% of your pay
Optional health cash plan
Cycle to work scheme

- 'Chips In' Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness, resilience, and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe

And of course, being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future.

We have an ambitious 5 year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out.

WHERE WILL I WORK?
You'll be based at our Whittlesey plant in Peterborough.

If you've spotted our three wind turbines, then you'll know where we are With about 400 employees on site, we're one of our largest plants across the GB business.

Our Whittlesey plant is where we make our famous French Fries as well as our chilled products, such as our Shake Shake Fries.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, meritbased, and equitable workplace. As a global familyowned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger._
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs._
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