Key Operative

BBF Ltd is one of the UK’s leading ambient cake manufacturers of retailer own label, licensed and branded cakes, supplying recognisable retailers across the UK and European market. We are passionate about our products and aim to put the customer at the heart of everything we do. We are currently looking for a number of Key Operative roles to join our Zone 2 and Zone 3 teams in Hull on various shift patterns.

Vacancies AM shift - Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00

Oven, Line Setter, Mixer, Weight Checker production operatives

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Vacancies PM shift - Monday to Friday 14:00 - 22:00

(Shift allowance 25% for time working between 18:00 - 06:00)

Line Setter, Weight Checker production operatives

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Vacancies Weekend shift - Weekend, Friday 06:00 - 14:00, Saturday and Sunday 05:00 - 17:00

This shift has an additional weekly payment of £72.30

Mixer

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Vacancies Weekend shift - Weekend, Friday 06:00 - 14:00, Saturday and Sunday 06:00 - 18:00

This shift has an additional weekly payment of £72.30

Weight Checker, Oven production operatives

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Vacancies Monday to Thursday Shift - Monday to Wednesday 05:00 - 15:00, Thursday 05:00 - 14:30

(Shift allowance 25% for time working between 18:00 - 06:00)

Mixer

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Purpose of the Role

  • As a Line Setter, you will be responsible for the setting up of production lines at the beginning of the shift and during shifts when products are changed over.
  • As a Weight Checker, you will be responsible for conducting CCP checks in line with product specifications, in addition to completing traceability paperwork.
  • As a Mixer, you will be responsible for weighing and mixing ingredients in line with product specifications, in addition to completing traceability paperwork.
  • As a Oven Operative, you will be responsible for the baking process in line with product specifications and completion of paperwork in regards to the baking process.

Principle Accountabilities

Achieve set product specifications and line checks ready for lines to start on time.

  • Carry out weight and product checks and completion of process control documents
  • Mixing and baking ingredients as per product specifications
  • Meet targets regarding product quality and waste
  • Promote and adhere to health and safety and hygiene regulations
  • Liaise with production Team Leaders to reduce downtime and maintain efficiency

Experience and Qualifications

  • Must have at least 2 years production experience preferably in a food environment.
  • Ability to work alone and as part of a team
  • Team player with effective communication skills
  • Time bound, efficient and attention to detail
  • Previous experience an advantage but not essential
  • Health & Safety and Basic Food Hygiene Certificates

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Canteen
  • Discounted or free food
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

Application question(s):

  • Do you have previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment?
  • Which Key Operative role would you like to apply for? Line Setter, Mixer, Weight Checker, Oven Operative
  • Please indicate which shift you are applying for? Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00, Monday to Friday 14:00 - 22:00 or the weekend shift or Monday to Thursday?

Work Location: In person

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