Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilientand positiveto succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaborationand demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
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Proud to be part of the pladis family,Carr’shave been crafting the UK’s favourite biscuits and cakes since 1831We’rethe oldest biscuit factory in the world producing some of our most loved products including Carr’s Crackers, McVitie’s Custard Creams,Bourbonsand Ginger Nuts to name just a few!
We offer competitive pay and benefits including:
27 days holiday
Stakeholder Pension Scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Colleague Discount scheme
Reward Gateway for benefits Happiness Hub - access to retailer discounts and much more
Free onsite parking
Long service awards
Staff shop
Progress your career with us and become part of a team that thrives on working together to create quality products
What will this role achieve?
Your main responsibility is to work as part of a team in the packing and feeding of biscuits. When required, you will stand in as a Mixing Machine Operator.Mixing Machine Operators ensure the area issafe,they followmixspecifications, andwork well in a team.
The role requires a ‘can do’ attitude and a commitment tomaintaininghigh production standards whilst working as part of a dynamic team. Mustwant to progress within your team as you will be trained to step into the permanent role when needed. Will move lines across the factory as and whenrequired
What will be your key deliverables?
Mixing Machine Operator responsibilities
Report any problems to the Team Manager/ATM
Tooperate all dough mixers in each zone
Make dough the correct way and ensurethere’senough during the shift.
Tooperate tothe correct procedures for machine operation, safety,qualityand hygiene.
Take part in tiered meetings and have an active roleintheboardsas part of Supply Chain Excellence
Bring your experience
Essential
Basic numerical and literacy knowledge
Manual dexterity
Basic communication skills
Basic problem recognition
Excellent team working skills
Be able to multi-task and have the drive and tenacity to work under your own initiative
Desirable
Previousexperience is desirable but not essential, as we provide training.
Knowledge of manufacturing environment and of HACCP and safe systems of work
Understand zonal Key Performance Indicators (production targets, wastelevelsand line performance)
To achieve planned output withinspecification
Tomaximiseplant efficiency and tominimiseTOS and waste.
Tomaximisethelabourutilisation
Maintain cleanliness and meet hygiene standards at all times.
To develop line operatives in line with company best practice.
Provide a strong andco-ordinatedlink with all production processes on the line.
Support the Section Leaders in the introduction and support of any improvement initiatives.
Our Purpose
Bring happiness with every bite
It’sa purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And whilewe’reall unique, we also share the same values.
Each of our values is important on its own. In combinationthey’reincredibly powerful.
Our values have deep personal meaning to us.They’repart of who we are and what we stand for as an employer
Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.
Our Values
Purpose led–We’reenergised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite
Agile–We’reever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers
Positive–We’rehighly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better
Resilient-We’repersistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward
Collaborative–We gain strength fromoperatingas one pladis, winning and succeeding together.
Best mix of ingredients
pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipewe’rea thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to workthat’sas diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives andnew ideashelp us grow and thrive.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.
pladis is one of the world’s fastest growing snacking companies and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake and chocolate.
Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of its 16,000-strong global workforce spans 27 factories in 11 countries, and is founded on collaboration, agility and resilience.
As a responsible business, delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.
pladis people are passionate about collaboration and creation, using consumer insights and trends to fulfil its promise of bringing happiness with every bite. This passion, combined with rapid speed to market, enables the company to bring its products from idea to on-shelf quickly, so they are available for consumers all over the world.
