Valeo Foods
Mezz Floor Operator

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Company Description
At Valeo Foods UK, we're the creative force behind an array of beloved brands spanning indulgence, innovation, and tradition. From the iconic crunch of Kettle Crisps to the pure sweetness of Rowse Honey, and the rich heritage of Matthew Walker puddings, our portfolio reflects our commitment to quality and diversity.
But that's not all – our family of brands extends further, encompassing an exciting array of products and experiences. Whether it's the nostalgic joy of Barratt sweets, or the timeless appeal of Metcalfe Popcorn, each brand carries its own unique story, flavour, and charm. Join us on a journey where passion meets flavour, crafting experiences that bring people together and delight taste buds.
Job Description
Mezz Floor Operator
Location: Heanor
Shift: Day shift - Operating between 6am and 3.30pm rotating shifts
Our Site in Heanor is the home to our Matthew Walker Christmas puddings and we have an open role for a Day Shift Mezz Operator, working Monday to Friday, rotating shifts (6-2 or 6.30-2.30 or 7-3 or 7.30-3.30)
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Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all the ingredients are mixed to the product specifications as per the daily plan.
- Ensure that all the standard operating procedures, work instructions and escalation processes for raw materials and component parts with regards to quality defects.
- Ensure all waste materials from the manufacturing processes are disposed of in the correct waste stream.
- Monitor and drive the standards for the working area to meet or exceed the standards of safety and hygiene.
- Complete all actions raised from the GMP, and Health and Safety audit within the agreed time.
- Responsible for own output and quality to agreed levels, producing according to specification.
- Responsible for reporting defects and potential defects in all equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining all paper records and IFS transactions as required.


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Qualifications
Key Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience of Mezz floor and bulk prep positions and running and operating of all equipment
- Previous Food Production experience
Qualifications and knowledge:
- Good understanding of IFS system.
- Good understanding of CCPs on Mezz.
- Good level of Numeracy (L1 equivalent)
Qualities and Experience:
- Good organisational skills, prioritisation of own workload.
- Good awareness of allergens in line with HACCP risk assessment.
- Good experience of right first-time checks.
Additional Information
What we offer you in return:
- Salary of £26,047.83
- Working Monday to Friday Days between 6am and 3.30pm (rotating shifts)
- Matched pension scheme
- Death in service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Canteen accessibility
- Retailer discount platform
- Staff discount
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