AAK South Latin America
Production Line Operator
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Bottling Production Operator
Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.
We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.
Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.
AAK LOCATION
This position is based on site in Hull, United Kingdom.
At AAK Hull, we operate the UK’s largest refinery for edible oils and fats at our King George Dock site and supply ingredients and finished products to businesses in the food manufacturing, baking, foodservice, and retail sectors. We enjoy working closely with customers to co-develop bespoke products in our well-equipped Customer Innovation Centre.
About The Role
As a Production Operator within AAK’s Bottling team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products safely, efficiently and to customer requirements. Reporting to the Production Shift Manager, you will be responsible for operating bottling equipment, maintaining production standards, and ensuring products are manufactured to the right quality, at the right time, and in the right quantity.
Working as part of a two-shift operation (7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm), you will contribute to the delivery of the production plan while maintaining high standards of safety, hygiene and operational performance. Through effective teamwork and a continuous improvement mindset, you will help drive efficiency and support AAK’s commitment to manufacturing excellence.
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Responsibilities
- Operate bottling equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with standard operating procedures
- Set up production lines and maintain throughput to achieve production targets
- Carry out routine equipment checks and maintain high standards of housekeeping and hygiene
- Follow safe working practices and participate in risk assessments for your area of responsibility
- Support maintenance activities and production changeovers in line with site procedures
- Identify line losses and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver the daily production plan
- Maintain accurate production records and complete relevant documentation
- Promote a safe working environment by complying with all health, safety and food hygiene standards
About You
We are looking for a motivated and reliable Production Operator who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing high-quality products safely and efficiently.
- Previous experience in a production or manufacturing role
- Food manufacturing experience is desirable
- Good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent team player with a positive and flexible approach
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and develop
- Ability to work effectively within a two-shift operation
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In return AAK offers
- Salary of £33,253.08 (including shift allowance).
- 10% non-contribution pension.
- Bonus scheme.
- UK Healthcare scheme.
- 25 days holidays plus bank holidays.
- Group life cover.
- Group income protection scheme.
- Ride2Work scheme.
Contact and information
For further information about the position, please contact Emily Lumb, Talent Acquisition Specialist by email: Emily.lumb@aak.com
About AAK
Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer with the unique flexibility of our production assets and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate and Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice, and Personal Care.
Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.
AAK prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of employment and application for employment.
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