Line Operative

Culina Group LimitedNorthampton, EnglandOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 5 hours ago

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About this role

Company Description

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Chilled & Fresh division – from supplier to shelf, we make fresh supply chains simpler. Our expertise in temperature-controlled logistics ensures products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time, helping customers maximise availability and minimise waste.

Job Description

Working on a variety of manual/automated lines to meet planned volume and commercial targets, and in accordance with QA and safety standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Following all Safe Systems of Work and procedures
- Reporting any near miss incidents, hazards or defective equipment at any time
- Reporting any accidents and supporting investigations
- Adhering to all Quality procedures
- Reporting to Line Leader any faults in packed product e.g. poor seals coding difficult to read or missing
- Checking products and ensuring the right quality is packed
- Checking dates on incoming products for the Line Leaders
- Ensuring pallet layout is correct
- Keeping the line tidy – it keeps it safer and protects the product from foreign matter contamination
- Following personal hygiene rules e.g. hand washing and not taking loose items into the factory
- Following all Standard Operating Procedures
- Working at the required rate to achieve the line target
- Keeping time is expected at shift starts and breaks
- Working on your line area

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

- Quality
- H&S
- Training
- Meet standards required for internal and external audits

Qualifications

- Food Manufacturing/Packaging background is essential for this role
- The ability to work within fast past environment  
- Knowledge of Health & Safety obligations, although training will be provided
- Basic IT skills are required as you’ll be using the integrated management system
- Attention to details