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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 dont 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 bepurposeledresilientandpositiveto succeed here because we expect pace andagility we insist oncollaborationand 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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Role Title:Production/Manufacturing Operator
Salary: 38755 (effective from April 2025
Working Hours:Rotating 12hour days & nights shift pattern 2 days 2 nights 4 off)
Location: Manchester 456 wellington Road N Stockport SK4 5AU
Here at McVities weve been crafting the UKs favourite biscuits and cakes since 1839. The Manchester factory proudly produce some of McVities most loved products such as Jaffa Cakes Seriously Chocolatey Digestives Hobnobs and Penguin to name a few!
McVities are owned by pladis who are one of the worlds leading snacking companies. We are the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. Our brands include McVities Ulker and Godiva.
Family and ideas have always been our ingredients. Our founding families believed biscuits and chocolates could bring moments of happiness to the world. Their ideas have stood the test of time. Their spirit continues to inspire our future. Its in the care and the craft we bake into biscuits and chocolates that have been loved for generations. And its in the fresh ideas the new twists flavours and textures we add to old and new favourites.
Our 16000 colleagues across our global network of bakers distribution sites and offices each with their own unique diverse experience to bring happiness with every bite.
If youre a part of the pladis team you know what it means to bring it. Whether its our resilience team spirit or gogetting attitude. Our courage and compassion. Our ownership. Our whole selves. We Bring it. Day in day out.
The Manchester factory are in an exciting transition period with huge investment as we are welcoming new products to the site including Club and Gold Bar. Therefore a number of vacancies have arisen for production/manufacturing operators. The key responsibilities of the role include:
Operating within a variety of complex processes and/or equipment.
Applying a variety of different skill sets including mechanical/format changeovers and machine set up.
Use data from all sources to make decisions problem solve and take appropriate action.
Work across lines or areas.
Maintaining the high standards of food safety hygiene health and safety and housekeeping.
Have experience of working within a manufacturing/warehouse/logistics environment or within the food industry.
Have an understanding of good manufacturing practice and safety at work procedures.
Will demonstrate a willingness to work in a team environment and possess a positive attitude to change.
Have a flexible approach to work together with the ability to cope with a fastpaced working environment is required.
Desired Criteria:
Please note we are only able to process applications received online and postal applications will not be considered. All applicants who meet the above essential criteria will be asked to complete online Maths & English tests before progressing through the recruitment stages.
Positive Selfmotivated optimistic adventurous and inspiring.
Resilient Quick to adapt to change fast learner and persistent in the face of setbacks.
Collaborative Willing to work with others for mutual success.
Purpose Led Energised by our promise to deliver happiness to the world with every bite.
Agile Ever evolving never satisfied and never standing still.
pladis is an equal opportunities employer like every excellent recipe were a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work thats as 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 and new ideas help us grow and thrive.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in 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.
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