Production Operator/Assembly Operator

Escape Recruitment are looking for a Warehouse & Packing Operative, with FLT Counterbalance licence to join our client, an ambitious and rapidly growing food production company based in Leith.

Job Title: Warehouse & Packing Operative

Job Type: Temp to Perm Opportunity

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday only

Shifts are: Day 06:00-14:00, Back 14:00-22:00 and Night 22:00-06:00 (1 in 5) on a weekly rotating basis

Salary: £29,000 plus excellent company benefits/pension when transferred to permanent employment.

Responsibilities:

• Rotation of duties for variety within the role and strong team working
• Seek to outperform the set targets and strive for continuous improvement
• Safe operation of the automated packing machines
• Work safely by adhering to all H&S legislations and ensuring complete food safety
• Ensure correct document control and record keeping
• Report all plant faults to ensure efficient maintenance of all plant within the packing and warehouse environment
• Undertake any necessary training in order to fulfil job requirements
• All staff are expected to exhibit a flexible approach to working and the performance of supervisory tasks may be required for the wellbeing and advancement of the business

Key Skills:

• To be capable of lifting 12-25kg on a regular basis
• To be able to sustain periods of up to 4 hours standing
• Committed team player
• Good communication skills
• Drive to learn and a motivation to succeed
• Previous experience in running high speed food packaging lines will be advantageous

Experience:

• Food industry and/or warehousing experience
• Valid Forklift Truck Licence (Counter Balance) and work experience
• Good numeracy and literacy skills are required

Contact for more information and send your CV to be considered for the role!