Arla Foods Ltd
Production Line Leader - Oswestry
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Arla Foods, Oswestry, SY10 8NL
Introduction
Arla Foods Oswestry are looking for a proficient Production Line Leader to join the team on a permanent basis. As a Production Line Leader, you will play an integral part in the efficient running of the packing lines in our production area within a Cheese packaging site.
You will play an important role in ensuring the packaging lines run smoothly, ensuring products such as Castello, BOB and Arla Pro are packaged in a timely manner so they can be distributed to the all major UK retailers including Waitrose, M&S, Asda and Aldi.
At our Arla Oswestry site we pack circa 79,000 tonnes or cheese annually, 1620 tonnes per week. This includes supplying branded products like Castello, BOB and Arla Pro, along with private label to Waitrose, M&S, Asda and Aldi!
About the job
The successful candidate will work a 3 on, 3 off, 12 hours shift pattern that will include both day and night shifts. They will contribute to the quality and technical areas in the Production team to enable it to produce the highest quality cheese products in a reliable and cost effective way. Duties will include
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- Effectively run packing lines by using production IT systems
- Perform simple maintenance tasks on packing lines
- Maintain strict Health and Safety and Food Hygiene standards within the department
- Monitor equipment performance and correct / raise issues before they become problems
- Contribute to the team reporting and decision making process
What you’ll need in order to be successful in the role
- Previous experience in an FMCG or related company
- Food hygiene certificate
- NVQ level 2 or equivalent is desirable to demonstrate basic level of vocational learning ability.
- Experience of SAP process order management and automated data collection systems i.e. OEE
Benefits
- 23 days Holiday
- Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
- On-site gym
- On-site canteen
- EV car parking
- Well-being garden (Outdoor space)
- Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
If this role is something of interest then please apply following the link below or reach out to Talent Acquisition Partner, Tony Clapham.
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Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.
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