Production Packer
Recruitment South East
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting daily production activities, maintaining cleanliness across the site, and contributing to a safe and compliant food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities Production Operations
- Start up the production line and inspect machinery, belts, and equipment for cleanliness and any signs of damage before production begins.
- Monitor the production process throughout the shift, making necessary adjustments to ensure products remain safe, compliant, and within specification.
- Conduct hourly quality checks, including:
- Product length measurements
- Taste and colour assessments
- Moisture content testing using the moisture analyser
- Complete all required production and quality documentation accurately.
- Collect and manage product samples for microbiological testing, including laboratory and retained library samples.
- Report equipment issues, downtime, or product integrity concerns promptly to management.
- Assist with production line shutdown procedures and ensure cleaning processes are completed correctly.
Hygiene & Cleaning Responsibilities
- Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness across production areas at all times.
- Carry out hygiene operations in accordance with company procedures and food safety requirements.
- Strip, clean, sanitise, and reassemble equipment as required.
- Perform deep-cleaning activities following cleaning schedules and work instructions.
- Safely use cleaning chemicals and equipment in line with training and health & safety procedures.
- Support pot wash, compactor operations, and other hygiene-related activities as required.
- Ensure microbiological standards are achieved and maintained to provide a safe production environment.
- Carry out ATP swabbing when required.
Compliance & Team Support
- Support site audits, inspections, and customer visits alongside management and technical teams.
- Maintain changing facilities and ensure essential disposables such as hair nets and shoe covers are adequately stocked.
- Work collaboratively with agency workers and colleagues, encouraging adherence to hygiene and cleaning standards.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required.
- Undertake any additional duties reasonably requested by management.
Candidate Requirements Essential
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Commitment to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately.
- Reliable, flexible, and proactive approach to work.
Desirable
- Previous experience within food manufacturing, production, or hygiene operations.
- Knowledge of BRC standards and food safety requirements.
- Experience using production monitoring or testing equipment.
What Our Client Offers
- Full training provided.
- Opportunity to work within a well-established food manufacturing environment.
- Supportive team culture.
- Career development opportunities for committed individuals.
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