Tallo Plant Operator

As one of the UK's largest food producers, ABP relies on the skills and experience of its people -that's why we offer lifelong careers with secure and full-time hours as well as competitive rates of pay, backed by great training and the opportunity to grow and progress.

ABP is a state state-of -the -art food manufacturing facility based in Perth, helping ABP bring the best beef to some of the nation's biggest supermarkets. We are currently undergoing a significant multi million-pound development program to expand and upgrade the site, so now is an exciting time to come and work here.

We are currently looking for someone to join our team as a Tallo Plant Operator, where you will be based in the fat plant room to ensure that the fat is processed through the plant on a daily basis.

The role is working backshift Monday to Friday 15.30 - 00.30 with some flexibility required around these hours.

To ensure that all Fat Plant procedures are carried out in a correct and safe manner as per the safe working procedure at all times

• To complete the processing of fat through the fat plant from the days production in a safe and efficient manner
• Processing the fat through the fat plant to ensure the weekly Company targets are met
• To clean the fat plant after fat has been processed for the day as per the safe working procedure
• Ensure have an understanding of expected standards and targets before commencing any task.
• To ensure all tasks performed are as per training given and the safe working procedures
• To work as part of a team and also to take responsibility for the job that you are doing
• Have an awareness of the potential hazards and associated risks when working in the fat plant.
• To report to the Abattoir Manager or Engineering Manager any problems with equipment or machinery
• Training and Development - To help the Supervisor identify training needs and opportunities by highlighting your own needs at appraisals.
• To ensure that where PPE is provided for any of the above tasks, that it is correctly worn/used, maintained and any defects reported to the relevant key colleagues.
• To adhere to current legislation and Company hygiene policies with regards to safe food production and hygiene at all times
• To carry out all assigned tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures, particularly with regard to Health and Safety and Food Safety at all times
• To ensure that you comply with the Company Health and Safety policy at all times
• Any other duties as required

The ideal candidate will ideally have previous experience in a similar type of role and be suited to working in a fast paced environment.

• A strong work ethic
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and excellent attention to detail
• A team player with the ability to be self-sufficient and using a collaborative approach to problem solving
• Experience of working within a busy and fast paced environment