Site Operative - #1702070

Allied Mills is part of Associated British Foods and operates seven modern flour milling units across three production sites in Belfast, Manchester and Tilbury. We are also one of a very limited number of businesses able to produce semolina from Durum wheat in one of our specialist mills. Allied Mills is the UK’s third largest miller and mills wheat for everything from bread to bagels, baguettes and biscuits, pasties to pastries, doughnuts, cookies, burger buns and pizzas, naan bread and chapattis, noodles and pasta. The majority of our flour goes into household bread brands such as Kingsmill soft white bread, Kingsmill 50/50, Bürgen, Allinson’s and many more.

Our people are our standards, and that’s why we’re ABF’s Miller of Choice. Through an inclusive culture and investment in our people and technology, we aim to deliver the highest standards in product quality and food safety, customer service and product development. Our aim is to ensure safety and business sustainability for our people, our customers, our neighbours and the environment. If you want to be part of a team who loves what they do and is proud of the role they play in the country’s food supply chain, we’d love to hear from you.

Allied Mills are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £13.9bn and 128,000 employees in 53 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia.. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.

Overview Of Role

Company: James Neill's

Location: Belfast

We have a great opportunity for a Site Operative to join an experienced team, providing a first-class service on behalf of our flour mill in Belfast. As key member of the Milling Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery The purpose of this role is to ensure the essential 24hr/7day production, food safety and quality assurance support to the flour manufacturing operation, from raw material intake to finished product out. As well as all aspects of production from; blending and testing of finished flour, food safety checks, mill maintenance, implementing milling best practice and seeking continuous improvement.

Key Accountabilities

• Carry out Mill Food/Feed Safety Checks which include the HACCP Critical Control Points (CCP’s.)
• Support the Miller with the daily running of the Mill which includes carrying out planned milling maintenance. E.g. Cleaning out sifters, purifiers and roller mills.
• Monitor all Mill processes in the control room using the computer system and respond to, rectify (first fix) and report all faults.
• Self-manage holidays and cover for shift changes.
• Supporting with Weighbridge cover when required.
• Support the Warehouse by performing packing duties as required.
• Support laboratory with out of hours QA checks to maintain product quality.
• Actively contribute to site standards and respective internal and external audits. Ensuring a clean as you go approach at all times.
• Demonstrate the ‘Safety First’ approach at all times. Being proactive with hazard reporting, working with site team to target Zero Harm.
• Expect to take part in UK flour millers correspondence course with the aim to complete the 4 modules within 5 years.
  
  

The Right Person

• A minimum of 3 G.C.S.E’s (Including Maths and English) or equivalent.
• Basic I.T. Skills (Microsoft outlook, Excel and computerized systems)
• Experience of industrial Food plant operations would be desirable.
• Food Safety Level 2, and IOSH Working Safely.
• Hands on experience of basic maintenance and adjustment of manufacturing equipment
• Uk flour milling modules 1 to 4 (Safety, Health & Hygiene, Wheat & The Screenroom, Mill Processes and, Product Handling, Storage & Distribution) are desirable, however full training is provided.
• Good Interpersonal skills and a real team player.
• Presents themselves in a professional manner; including smart appearance, good time keeping, organised, good communication skills.
• Conscientious and flexible in their approach to work.
• A strong customer and quality focus
• Flexible in approach to work with the ability to continually prioritise tasks.
• Possess enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
• A proactive approach to problem solving
• Able to work well under pressure and remain calm