Wash in & Shunter Operator

Wash in & Shunter Operator – Fresh Produce Location: Soham, Cambridgeshire Pay: £15.81 per hour Working Hours: 4 on, 4 off | Day shifts, 5:30am–6:15pm We're looking for a practical, experienced operator to join a busy fresh produce operation in Soham.

Combining washing line operations with shunter duties, you'll play an important part in keeping production running smoothly, maintaining food safety and quality standards, and supporting the movement of goods around the site.

If you're comfortable operating machinery, have a good understanding of production processes and enjoy a varied, hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you. The Role

Your responsibilities will include

Operating washing line machinery and carrying out pre-start checks at the beginning of each shift Carrying out shunter duties to support the movement of goods around the site Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintaining Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards Monitoring product quality to help minimise waste and ensure unsuitable produce doesn't progress to packing Keeping machinery and equipment clean in line with cleaning procedures Monitoring machinery performance and carrying out routine asset care tasks Completing operational tasks using the NAV system Supporting the training of new team members and completing their training records Maintaining high standards of personal hygiene, housekeeping and food safety Following health and safety procedures and reporting risks or issues to the Wash Team Leader Carrying out other duties as required to support the wider production team What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who: Has experience operating washing machinery, grading equipment or similar production machinery Has shunter driving experience or is confident carrying out shunting duties Has good mechanical knowledge and an understanding of how machinery operates Understands the importance of food safety, hygiene and quality standards Is comfortable using computer systems, ideally with experience of NAV 365 Can follow procedures, complete checks accurately and maintain clear records Takes health and safety seriously and looks out for colleagues Is reliable, practical and happy working in a busy production environment Previous experience in food manufacturing, agriculture or fresh produce would be an advantage.

What's In It For You? £15.81 Per Hour A competitive hourly rate for a varied role combining production machinery and shunter duties. A 4 On, 4 Off Shift Pattern Work four days on followed by four days off, with day shifts running from 5:30am to 6:15pm.

Additional Benefits You'll also have access to: Company pension Sick pay Free on-site parking Interested? If you've got experience operating machinery, have shunter experience and want to put your skills to work in a fresh produce environment, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with Labour-Tech Recruitment to find out more and apply today.

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