Production Vemag Operator (Night Shift)

ABP UK is a major division of the ABP Food Group with factories in Ireland, UK and Europe, ABP's commitment to excellence impacts on every aspect of its business. Our teams of experienced and reliable meat experts are passionate about building lasting partnerships in the European retail, manufacturing and food service sectors.
Our customers are the major multiples and high profile caterers and require the best 365 days of the year. That means central packing and sophisticated distribution, a revolutionary supply chain in the industry which is being led and developed by ABP. Only well-resourced companies can compete for such business.
We want the best people to work for us and we know that a supportive and friendly working environment plays a key role in attracting and retaining employees. We promote the sharing of knowledge and invest strongly in training and development.

• To load / unload packing / equipment with the correct products or packaging.
• Control the correct specification of final product.
• Control the Ve-mag using the correct settings to prevent damage to equipment.
• To understand and have a full knowledge of VL identification.
• To fully understand the Giveaway process and control this to optimise profitability.
• To correctly control the separation of different specifications and VL products on the line.
• Loaders / Fillers - unloading / loading mince into the Ve-mags effectively, following all health, safety and food hygiene/safety procedures.
• To ensure all base webs and top webs are changed according to line and product using the part rolls first.
• To ensure the management of any waste from your equipment.
• To control and manage part trays effectively.
• To commit to training when new equipment or processes become common practice.
• Disposing of packaging waste in accordance with the red and clear bag procedure ensuring excellent food hygiene practices.
• Placing all unused packaging and raw material in the correct storage place following our safety and food safety policies and procedures.
• To build and dismantle any equipment that you are trained to do so.
• Any other reasonable requests by the management team no matter what level.
• Training will be provided in all areas.

Training will be provided.
Previous experience is preferred
Good communication skills are paramount to this role
Organised and assertive
Able to use their own initiative
Self-motivated and able to develop an excellent knowledge of products