Factory Operator Leeds, England
Job description
At Britvic we’re on a journey to become the most dynamic soft drinks company. As one of the UK’s leading players in the FMCG market we pride ourselves on setting high standards, being courageous and pushing ourselves to think outside the bottle.
We offer consumers a range of family favourite and global premium brands such as Robinsons, Tango, J20, R Whites & London Essence. We exist to help people enjoy life’s everyday moments.
About the Role:
As Factory Operator, you will operate machinery in the safest and most effective manner, driving activity to maintain and improve performance standards whilst leading continuous improvement through all activities
Key Responsibilities:
- Comply with company policies and statutory regulations for health and safety.
- Take accountability for the day to day performance of your personal area of operation and influence.
- Contribute to ensuring that factory targets are met with regard to OE, SKU adherence, Wastage minimisation, Quality, Health and Safety and Overhead Cost Control.
- Ensure Housekeeping and Hygiene standards are met and constantly maintained across the site.
- Provide a role model example within the team for attitude, contribution and team working.
- Operate equipment in accordance with best practice complying with Health and Safety rules and regulations and Britvic Policies and Procedures.
- Lead BWS activities and take responsibility for team performance and involvement.
- Undertake rudimentary maintenance tasks, to drive efficiency of product and size changeovers of equipment within designated team.
- Within the remit of the Non-Core Role, represent team requirements with the sponsoring function, organise team activities to support the achievement of functional targets and provide feedback through individual and team briefings on objectives and progress
- Within the remit of the Non-Core Role, provide the primary liaison between the operations team and the sponsoring function through the appropriate co-ordinator.
- Be the primary liaison with the leadership team regarding team performance and KPI target progression.
- Provide specific support and guidance when required for the development of others on equipment and BWS activities within designated team.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required
- Direct Manufacturing Operational experience working in a fast paced, Consumer goods environment
- Previous skills in the theory and application of TPM and improvement principles whilst in the operation/control of machinery
- Working knowledge of SAP
- Excellent, communication, and team working skills
- Sound knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Sound knowledge of HSE processes and application
- Understanding of BWS and continuous improvement activities
- Working knowledge and application of first line engineering/lubrication procedures
We believe we are stronger together and that’s why we’re committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We know that by building a truly inclusive environment where everyone feels celebrated, safe and respected - diversity and wellbeing will naturally thrive
