Food Production Operative
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Position Overview & Specifications
Halls of Scotland, one of Scotland, one of Scotland's top food brands,has an exciting opportunity available.
We are based in Prestwick, Ayrshire KA9 2NS.
Role Purpose:
To produce product to the required specification ensuring quality standards are met. To promote good manufacturing practice throughout the factory and to ensure targets are met.
Key Accountabilities
- To be present and ready wearing the correct PPE at the start of the shift
- To be aware of and comply with the hygiene requirements as set out in the company handbook.
- To be aware of and comply with any Health and Safety requirements as set out in the company handbook, ensuring all SOPs are followed when using machinery.
- Report any issues identified with a machine or any non-conforming product to the team leader.
- Comply with any paperwork requirements for the area as required.
- Treat colleagues and visitors with respect.
- Keep to break times as allocated by the department manager. These may vary depending on the area you are working and the business needs.
- Follow all reasonable instructions by the mentor / team leader / manager.
- Adhere to the conduct rules as set out in the company handbook.
- Minimise waste / report any increase in waste.
- Demonstrate the company HEART values throughout the working day
- Skills & Abilities
- Good communication skills
- Enthusiastic, dependable and trustworthy
- Able to follow instructions
- Focused and motivated to get things done
- Accuracy & attention to detail
- Able to work on their own and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous factory experience (not essential as full training will be given)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £10.70 per hour
Hours are 6am - 6pm Tuesday to Friday or 6 am - 6 pm Monday to Thursday
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Prestwick, KA9 2NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Food Production Operative roles across Halls of Scotland's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Food & Beverage Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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