Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
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PURPOSE:
This position provides a model in the company, expect to resolve complex problems as well as suggesting and implementing ideas for improvement. Serves as active team member when is necessary, working with projects and training new people. Able to step into all roles within Production department based on production needs.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DELIVERABLES
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Verify all the operators set up the machine prior to the beginning and end of each shift.
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Run the first perfect pieces, first evaluations for enrober machine for Caramel, WF and MC, moisture checks for pretzels (use moister meter).
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Inform QA technicians when every machine and the line is ready for the first evaluation.
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Perform the change overs, coach new employees, develop and implement new process in the production area.
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Verifying that all personnel are fully trained and assigned to the corresponding areas and a support like specialist job duties as required.
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Senior Operators will be expected to run all lines including Packaging, Wet and Kitchen
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Senior Operators are expected to be support to all Processing Operators
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Expected to have flexibility in schedule for purpose of shutdowns and restarts
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Senior Operators will ensure all areas of production run smoothly in case of an absent Supervisor
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Ensure all equipment is clean at the end of each shift, along with all surrounding areas
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Demonstrates the ability to advocate for Safety in the workplace
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Able to read and understand production schedule, reports, and materials requirements
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Able to step into all roles within Production department based on production needs
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Assure that all the procedures are followed for clean area in the company. This includes Kitchen, Enrobing and Packaging.
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Ensure all equipment is cleaned, and properly put back together
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Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
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Follow all GMP’S
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All other duties assigned
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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Ability to lift 50 lbs
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Adheres to the allergen programs
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Ability to ready and speak basic English
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Adhere to all GMP programs
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Maintain records, communicate and correct out of control machine settings
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Ability to make simple math calculations and measurements
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Ability to use basic tools efficiently and make proper mechanical adjustments
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Willingness to work in a fast environment
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Wear all required protective equipment
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Ability to follow and set a prime example for following Food and Safety guidelines
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
Essential
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High School Diploma or GED
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3-5 years of experience working for the company in a prior Packaging and or Processing position.
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Minimum 1 year experience working with tools and troubleshooting knowledge running 4 lines
Required
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Display aptitude for Leadership
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
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Self-Starter
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Team Player
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Collaborative
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Supportive
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Pro-active
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Strong communicator
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Coordinator
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Efficient
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Organized
ADDTIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Base starting rate at $22.00/hr. The base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.
pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.
We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.
What We Do
pladis is one of the world’s fastest growing snacking companies and home to much loved brands including McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ülker. pladis also owns regional brands Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, Turtles, BN, Verkade and many more products across sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake, and chocolate.
pladis also owns regional brands such as Jacob’s, Go Ahead, Flipz, BN, Verkade and many more, delighting consumers with products across the snacking category including sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake, chocolate, gum and candy.
Formed in 2016, pladis is the proud steward of over 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience. The expertise of its 16,000-strong global workforce spans 25 factories in 11 countries, and is founded on collaboration, agility and resilience.
As a responsible business, delivering the highest quality products and exceptional service, pladis’ products have the potential to reach more than four billion people across the world.
pladis people are passionate about collaboration and creation, using consumer insights and trends to fulfil its promise of bringing happiness with every bite. This passion, combined with rapid speed to market, enables the company to bring its products from idea to on-shelf quickly, so they are available for consumers all over the world.
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