CAWINGREDIENTS
Are you passionate about precision, quality and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We are looking for a driven and detail-orientated Technical Process Operator to join our team and play a crucial role in delivering high-quality products.
In this hands-on position, you will be the heard of our production process – compounding syrups, running lab tests, and ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards before they hit the production line.
Job Title: Technical Process Operator
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32k – £43k per annum
Location: Leeming Bar, England
Duties & Responsibilities:
- To compound syrups as per process instructions & supplied process order recipes
- Set up and prepare machinery and equipment for production, processing and testing
- Measure, weigh, mix and load raw materials into mixing equipment.
- Reconciliation of materials via SAP ECC 6.0
- Check meter and instrument readings, and adjusting where necessary
- Collect samples and carry out tests / analysis to agreed sampling plan and methods (water, effluent and CIP concentrations).
- Place raw ingredients in quarantine as required. Ensuring all documentation is completed and follow up the corrective action taken.
- Complete testing and monitoring of QS, RTD (Refractometer, Density, PH, UV spectrometer, Titrations and HPLC).
- Make up reagents and stock solutions for laboratory testing
- Complete daily picks to ensure ingredients for the following days production
- Shutdown and cleaning, plant, machinery, and equipment (following set procedures), and supporting minor maintenance work
- Update computerised I.T systems, processes and records.
- Ensure ALL relevant written records are complete & accurate including shift process reports
- Report problems with the production process, laboratory testing or equipment to relevant persons
- Communicate with numerous departmental Managers to relay important information relating to Product failures, Quality faults & Machine or equipment faults.
- Maintain a flexible attitude to assisting other Team Members, offering help, and sharing knowledge where possible.
- Involvement in operations of water treatment and effluent plants
- Involvement with recipes process development / optimisation
- Involvement with COSHH and Risk Assessments
- Use of problems as a learning opportunity, using the appropriate problem-solving tools and techniques to lead to the desired outcome.
Skills & Personal Attributes
To be an enthusiastic, positive, self-motivated, and pro-active team member, committed to successfully achieving the goals and objectives of self, team, and Company, via a team working approach.
Ability to learn new technology quickly, with a genuine desire to develop skills.
Play an active part in influencing positive team spirit.
A good knowledge of production/mixing processes.
Ability to communicate well at all levels
Ability to work carefully and follow instructions
Capable of decision making without supervisory intervention
Reliable, with a good attendance record
Ability to demonstrate a good sense of responsibility to plant & fellow work colleagues.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and of others who may be affected by what you do or do not do.
To always Cooperate with the employer on health and safety matters.
Use safety PPE provided, report missing or damaged items. Eye protection and white coats should be worn when handling raw materials or carrying out lab analysis.
Follow procedures and risk assessments, highlight non-compliance immediately.
Report hazards, defects, and faults promptly. Report immediately to the most senior member of staff present on the premises when a hazard, fault, or defect becomes apparent.
Carry out instructions on safety notices and hazard signs
Follow COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) regulations on the correct usage of all chemicals.
Adopt a ‘clean as you go’ policy, in which you clean the work area and any equipment you have used when the task is completed.
Food Safety & Quality Responsibilities
Follow all site hygiene rules
Ensure procedures are followed, appropriate documentation completed, and non-conformances highlighted if they occur
Maintain traceability of all finished product components.
Support food safety to ensure compliance with company, governmental and customer requirements and expectations.
Why join us?
Be part of a dynamic manufacturing environment
Work with a supportive and collaborative team
Opportunity to develop your skills and grow your career
At Cawingredients we value our team and offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance:
Pension Scheme – Helping you plan for the future:
5% Employee, 3% Employer
Length of Service Leave – Rewarding loyalty with up to 4 extra days of annual leave:
5 years = 2 extra days
10 years = 1 extra day
15 years = 1 extra day
Pro rata for part-time employees
Life Insurance – Providing peace of mind with:
2× annual salary
Comprehensive Healthcare Support – Prioritising your well-being with:
Healthcare Cash Plan (Benefit in Kind)
24/7 Employee Assistance Program – confidential support whenever you need it
Doctor Line & Fitness Programs – promoting a healthy lifestyle
Financial Well-being – We help you plan for a secure future with free access to professional financial coaching.
Family-Friendly Policies – Enhanced Paternity Leave.
Company Sick Pay – Up to 10 paid sick days per year, ensuring support during challenging times.
Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping deals, and more through various platforms
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