Technical Operator

Position Title: Technical Operator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Position Location: Whittlesey

Requisition ID:38649

Theres nothing beige about McCain

Except our potatoes and were extremely passionate about them. When you join McCain youll be joining the biggest player in the frozen potato game bringing people together around the nation for over 60 years by sharing simple delicious planet friendly food.

Weve partnered with thousands of the countrys supermarkets pubs restaurants hospitals and schools to change the way people see the humble spud. Its all about elevation and creating something better. So come and make your career at McCain Foods.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The purpose of the ADR Operative is to ensure the efficient operation of Automatic Defect Removal equipment to company requirements and specifications.

Key tasks of the role include but are not limited to:

• Start up; check all ADRs Opti-sort and Radix settings including Peel Scanner. Alter programmes for machines for product specifications being run. At all times with the need for constant visual alertness carry out adjustments as required for efficient running
• Uses own discretion to program computers to give best efficient defect removal at all times according to product being run and make appropriate adjustments whilst ensuring appropriate recoveries
• Complete all necessary paperwork and procedures fully accurately and without omissions i.e. ADR performance check sheets safe isolation start up check sheets and cleaning records
• Carries out cube test and defects in/out test to determine the level of defects as required carrying out any adjustments necessary to achieve greater efficiency. Input data into computer
• Strip and rebuild cutter wheels and manifolds replacing broken or missing blades. Carry out 2 hourly checks on cutter wheels during normal running record results in log
• Continuously monitor and maintain the condition and cleanliness of the ADR belts and equipment to ensure maximum performance and efficiency
• Ensure a full CIP and learn light is done at the start of every shift to maximise machine performance and efficiency
• Check all interlocks at the start of every shift completing appropriate paperwork and report any faults immediately after making the equipment safe
• Makes sure the grading screens are at the correct sizing for the product being run.
• Assists the engineers with general maintenance tasks on and around the ADRs as well as carrying out any routine maintenance tasks as requested by their FLM
• Report any faults or malfunctions to the FLM or engineers
• Makes themselves conversant with any modifications updates or new equipment installations relevant to them
• Carry out any reasonable additional duties as and when requested

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience of working in an FMCG environment coupled with excellent time management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure

Reporting into the Area Shift Manager youll also have

• Knowledge of continuous improvement and an eye for improving systems and processes
• Ability to recognise technical concepts a problem solving mind-set and able to soak up new information quickly
• Experience of training and coaching colleagues to standards
• An excellent knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Experience of influencing others through confident communication
• Strong prioritisation skills and be able to organise your own time
• The confidence to be accountable taking ownership and driving your own initiative
• The ability to bounce back be self-motivated even under tough circumstances
• Strong working relationships and able to work with lots of different people and teams

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

Although we do encourage you to taste the goods youll be pleased to know we dont pay you in chips. For working hard youll also get a great hourly rate and some pretty good benefits including:

• An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do up to a maximum of 12% of your pay
• Flexible holidays where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year
• Optional health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Chips In Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact tothe long-term development of McCain communitiesacross the globe

And of course being part of a Global business there are great opportunities to shine/thrive should you wish to relocate in the future. We have an impressive 5 year growth plan that presents development & progression opportunities for those who seek it out.

WHAT HOURS WILL I WORK

The shift pattern is 2 days 7am-7pm 1 day off 2 nights 7pm-7am followed by 3 days off.

WHERE YOULL WORK

Youll be based at our Whittlesey plant in Peterborough. If youve spotted our three wind turbines then youll know where we are! With about 350 employees on site were one of our largest plants across the GB business. Our Whittlesey plant is where we make our famous French Fries as well as our chilled products such as our Shake Shake Fries.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age veteran status disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) please let us knowand we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family:Manufacturing
Division:GB Manufacturing & Supply Chain
Department:FF - Process - B Shift
Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Whittlesey

Company:McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd