Production Operator

About the role

We have a great opportunity for a Production Operator in your Kerry site in Padiham, Co. Lancashire.

It is a full-time, permanent position. Core hours of work are 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday.

Where will you work?

At our Kerry site in Padiham we develop, manufacture and supply variety of infused oils and fats, such as a chili and garlic oils. As a small yet dedicated team, we are proud to be a part pf a global leader in the taste and nutrition industry.

As the Production Operator, you will be involved in day-to-day operations on the site, monitoring and adjusting plant and equipment through all stages of the production process. You will also follow Health and Safety standards and cooperate with your colleague to create a safe work environment.

What will you do?

Your responsibilities as a Production Operator will include:

• Performing production and maintenance tasks related to plant setup, change, and shutdown to meet product specifications and minimize downtime.
• Assisting with shift administration, including daily production records
• Reporting any issues on the site to a line manager.
• Replenishing stocks, such as raw materials, labels, and packaging, to ensure continuous production.
• Monitoring and adjusting plant settings according to product work instructions.
• Conduct production processes in line with quality control and HACCP requirements, including visual inspections and sampling.
• Completing paperwork and inputting data into the company system.
• Following due-diligence tasks specified by product requirements (e.g., CCPs, temperature control, weight sampling).
• Maintaining cleanliness through Clean As You Go and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ensuring plant and equipment remain contamination-free and reporting any issues.
• Adhering to BRC Quality Standards, HACCP procedures, and Safe Operating Practices.
• Reporting safety concerns promptly to the line manager

What do you need to be successful?

• Good numeracy and communication skills.
• Computer literate – MS Excel, Word; SAP will be used.
• Ability to work both in a team and on your own.
• Able to cooperate with other teams.
• Able to follow health and safety standard and raise any issues to a team leader attention.
• Honest and proactive.
• Previous food manufacturing experience – desirable.
• Previous forklift experience – beneficial.

Why Join Us?

• Inclusive and supportive team.
• Safe and welcoming environment.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Various event on the site, like Christmas party.
• Matched pension scheme (4%-10%).
• Employee Assistance Program, supporting your emotional, physical, nutritional and financial wellbeing. 
• Inspiring People - Kerry's Global Recognition Program. 
• OurVoice, opportunity to share your feedback on the work environment every year. 
• OurShare, Kerry share plan available to all employees, with option to enroll once a year.
• MyCommunity, have one day per year to volunteer for a worthwhile cause. 

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.