Production Operative
ABF GroceryJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
ABF Grocery's Ryvita division is hiring a full time Production Operative in Poole to join the cereals team on a permanent onsite basis, working a two week rotating pattern between afternoon and morning shifts. You’ll perform production tasks such as machinery operation and changeovers, stacking, manual packing, decanting, product inspection, blending and pallet wrapping, with a strong emphasis on food safety and HACCP, and strict adherence to SOPs and external standards. You’ll report issues to the line leader, contribute as a proactive team member and keep safety at the forefront. The ideal candidate is a team player with good communication, integrity and initiative. Benefits include a 5% team bonus, pension up to 10%, holiday buy, health plan and ABF career opportunities. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight safety experience, teamwork and problem solving, and note any reasonable adjustments you need; contact [email protected] for adjustments and apply online via Ryvita careers.
Overview of role
We are on the lookout for a Production Operative to join our friendly team at Poole.
At Ryvita, we’re all about living well and eating well, with a little room for ish. We’re on an exciting journey to strengthen our products and our team, creating the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. Whether you’re topping, dipping, or snacking, we believe in making life a little more fun, a little more delicious, and a lot more enjoyable. We’re passionate about building a future where everyone can thrive—both in the workplace and through the products we create. Join us as we grow, innovate, and bring more ish to everything we do!
The role is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our cereals team at Ryvita, on permanent and full time basis, on a 2 week rotating shift pattern.
Key Accountabilities
· Responsible for adhering to safe systems of work processes and acting in a safe manner to protect the health and safety of yourself and others at all times.
· Ensure our products meet food safety (HACCP), legal and customer requirements as well as maintaining external standards eg BRC, IFS, Femas.
· Participate in training when needed & buddy train if required
· Ensure all SOPs are followed correctly at all times
· Report any conflict or neglect and any production issues to the line leader or supervisor
· Work as an effective team member, with a positive attitude to solving problems
· Conduct production tasks including:
· Stacking
· Assist with machinery size changes and clean downs
· Assist general running of machinery
· Manual packing
· Process line product inspection
· Decant product onto process line
· Picking
· Blending
· Pallet Wrapping
The Right Person
If you share our values...
Integrity, Passion for Results, Superior Quality, Initiative, Recognition & Teamwork
And you have the following skills and experiences....
· Able to make sound and timely decisions
· Team player
· Strong communication skills
· Be a role model for health and safety and food safety
We can offer....
· Bonus Scheme – 5% Team Bonus
· Pension Scheme – up to 10% employer contributions
· Buy holiday scheme
· Discounted products
· Health Cash Plan
· Career opportunities - ABF group employs 128,000 employees worldwide.
· Discounts on over 900 retailers on our discount platform
· Generous family leave policy
· Leadership development
· Group Cycle to work scheme
· Free Parking
At Ryvita, we believe in inspiring better wellbeing, both at work and beyond. We’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive environment where diversity thrives, opportunities are fair, and everyone has the freedom to be themselves. Whether you’re at your best when you’re brainstorming ideas, collaborating with colleagues, or bringing fresh perspectives, we want you to feel like you truly belong. Here, we celebrate what makes each of us unique, and together, we make Ryvita a place where everyone can grow, contribute, and thrive.
We want to ensure the recruitment process works for everyone. If you require a reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process, please email [email protected] to discuss these adjustments.
Apply now and let's see what we can do together!
Learn more at www.ryvita.com or follow us on LinkedIn for vacancies.