About us
Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC UK)! FBC UK bake the UK's most incredible biscuits (we might be slightly biased, but we will leave that for you to judge). FBC UK was a match made in heaven, with two of the top UK biscuits manufacturers (Burton's Biscuits and Fox's Biscuits) coming together to create one unique, integrated company.
FBC UK are home to famous iconic brands, including Maryland, Fox's, Jammie Dodger & Rocky, to name just a few, as well as a proud manufacturing partner to some of the biggest UK retailers and household names.
The key ingredient to FBC UK's success is people, and the passion they have for their brands. You could be the jammy to our dodger, party ring to our Fox's or the choc-chip to our Maryland?! We need people with innovative ideas, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the commitment to drive FBC UK to success. FBC UK are currently the second biscuit manufacturer in the UK market with a strong ambition of becoming UK Market Leader.
The role
To provide an efficient and safe operation of processing equipment, whilst checking quality attribute and specification along with complying with Company Food Safety, Health & Safety, Quality and Hygiene requirements i.e., factory dress code and hand washing procedure.
Key accountabilities
- Complete prestart checks. (H&S/FS/QA)
- Ensure there is regular communication with the Line/Process Leader and other team members
- Ensure the safe and efficient operation of the department's kit/equipment
- Complete specification and quality checks as and when required
- Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures
- Adhere to all technical and food safety policies and procedures
- Fault diagnosis and problem solving
- Liaise with the engineering team when required
- Carry out machine changeovers when required
- Conduct line cleaning to required specifications
- Conduct a thorough handover and takeover during each shift
- Start-up & shut down the line in accordance with procedures
- Train other/new team members when required, (upon achieving the relevant competency)
- Learn other plant and equipment when requested
Key Ingredients for suitable candidates include:
- Good understanding of written & spoken English plus numeracy skills
- Work as part of a team - to join in and help those around you.
- Good planning and organising skills....