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dsm-firmenich Operator/Clerk, Production in Thirsk, United Kingdom
PRODUCTION OPERATOR – SPRAY DRYING
Thirsk, United Kingdom
Responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient operations of spray drying and reaction processes, working with the best ingredients on the planet making over 900 flavours. This challenging and rewarding job requires strong problem solving capabilities across a range of production processes.
Basic salary is £27,607
Salary including 30% shift premium: £35,889
Shifts: 24 hours, 7 days a week | 4 days on, 4 days off | 12-hour shifts – 06:00 to 18:00; 18:00 to 06:00
At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company, we are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.
Your Key Responsibilities:
• Provide on time delivery of spray dried powders, reactions and pastes; packed and palletised as per process order requirements
• Work as a team to produce and execute weekly production plan
• Achieve KPI’s and personal competencies
• Ensure you, your colleagues and your work area are ‘safe’ and ‘food safe’ at all times
• Report plant and systems breakdowns
• Engage with Continuous Improvement workstreams to improve working environment
We bring:
• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
You bring:
• Team working and collaboration skills
• Good English literacy and numeracy skills
• Previous production experience in a food manufacturing environment
• HACCP/good hygiene and housekeeping
• Practical problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• You’re hardworking and keen to progress
• You’re driven, conscientious and results focused