Job Introduction

Reporting to: Factory Shift Manager

At RF Brookes we advertise an equivalent pay rate as we want to be transparent– we have adjusted our pay rate of £9.86 to reflect the fact that we pay breaks so that you can compare us like for like with companies that do not pay breaks. So to clarify when you work for us your pay rate looks lower at £9.55 as we pay you for breaks

** £10 Attendance Bonus working a Saturday and Sunday* even if its your rota*

About RF Brookes

RF Brookes is part of the 2 Sisters food group, based at Rogerstone, Newport, we are a large food manufacturer creating high quality meals for our customers employing 1700 employees. As we continue to grow we have a number of vacancies which we hope will be of interest to you and offer a career path within food manufacturing.

You will report to the Factory Shift Manager and the shift pattern will be based on 7-day fortnight working the following:

7-day Fortnight, weekdays 7:00-18:00, Thursday 06:45-18:00, weekends 07:00-18:30. An example of the days are below:

Week 1: Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday

Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday

With this shift pattern, you will only work 183 shifts per year, an average of 15 days per month.

Role Responsibility

About the role

In your role as Machine Minder,  you will be responsible for managing the day to day operation of machinery (depositing/ packaging) within your area ensuring the machines are set up to the safety and control standards. You will be the key contact to ensuring the machines are kept clean and tidy at all times and conduct checks along with completing documentation. You will also be required to assist with the production.

About you

The food manufacturing industry is fast paced, so we require pace and agility along with resilience to ensure we continue to exceed our customers expectations. As our company is customer focused so it is key that we understand the ever increasing quality standards and partner with the business to plan ahead in anticipation, therefore you will need to be self-motivated, detail focused, a great communicator and a good team player.

Knowledge of the food industry is an advantage but transferable skills are appreciated so if you have a can do attitude, attention to detail and a desire to ensure high quality your very welcome to apply as training will be provided to help you develop yourself and your career.

The Ideal Candidate

What can we offer?

Wellbeing

Holidays – dependent on shift pattern 33 days per annum (pro-rata for different shifts)

On-site parking

Subsidised Canteen – operating day and night

Staff Shop facility

Cycle to work scheme

Hapi Benefits – Discount at many retailers

Wellbeing support

Financial

Pension

Pay Rate includes paid breaks

Throughout your time at RF Brookes, you will be supported with on the job training and development opportunities to further your career.

2 Sisters Food Group