Wrapping Machine Minder

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don’t compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact

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What will this role achieve?

Wrapping Machine Minders are accountable for product and process delivery. They will work closely with the ATM regarding any issues that they come across to achieve the production plan that ensure customer supply. The role will require flexibility and good communication skills. All training will be given.

What will be your key deliverables?

• Carry out all pre-start checks

• Ensure product is made to the correct quality and specification for start of shift and throughout

• Understand equipment and machinery set up

• Ensure changeovers are completed to procedure

• Ensure any re-work procedures are followed

• Ensure product is to correct quality and specification, make adjusts to machinery settings to maintain product consistency

• Ensure all documentation is filled in correctly and to the right standard

• Always maintain everyday factory standards safely

• Shift handovers are completed in area and to agreed agenda

• Train peers and new operatives in equipment use and procedures when required

• Undertake basic problem diagnosis and maintenance

• Ensure team understand the planning of their daily tasks

• Communicate directly with relevant person to resolve any issues

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Bring your experience

Essential

• Basic numerical and literacy knowledge

• Manual dexterity

• Basic communication skills

• Basic problem recognition

• Ownership essential. Must be accountable for own work and area.

• Supportive within the team.

• Be able to multi-task.

Desirable

• Previous experience is desirable but not essential, training will be given.

• Knowledge of manufacturing environment

• Understand zonal Key Performance Indicators (production targets, waste levels and line performance)

Our Purpose

Bring happiness with every bite

It’s a purpose that every one of our colleagues, all around the world believes in. And while we’re all unique, we also share the same values.

Each of our values is important on its own. In combination they’re incredibly powerful.

Our values have deep personal meaning to us. They’re part of who we are and what we stand for as an employer

Living our pladis values is a key part of success, look out for questions in your interview that link to these key pladis values.

Our Values

Purpose led – We’re energised and guided by our purpose to bring happiness with every bite.

Agile – We’re ever evolving, we never stand still, always improving for our customers and our consumers

Positive – We’re highly motivated optimistic, courageous, and we inspire each other to be better

Resilient – We’re persistent in the face of setbacks, quick to adapt, learn and move forward

Collaborative – We gain strength from operating as one pladis, winning and succeeding together.

Best mix of ingredients

pladis is an equal opportunities employer, like every great recipe we’re a thoughtful mix. A happy and inclusive place to work that’s as diverse as our consumers and the communities we support, live and work in, all around the world. Where every voice is heard, and difference is celebrated. Where fresh perspectives and new ideas help us grow and thrive.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.
We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.