Machine Operative

Are you a Machine Operator looking for a new role?

You will operate role specific agricultural machinery including specialist crop production equipment used in the packing of fresh produce at New Farm. To support the Production Manager and Production Supervisors in providing a smooth and efficient production and packaging operation of a variety of products against required quality and production targets. 

Individually responsible for product, safety, authenticity, integrity and legality. 
Ensuring the efficient use of product, equipment and personnel resource to meet and exceed customer requirements in a timely, safe and cost effective manner whilst adhering to all quality and health and safety requirements. 
Work closely with the Production manager & Production Supervisors with regard to daily aspects of production. 
Ensure equipment is regularly, correctly and adequately maintained to maximise the safety & efficiency of production teams.  
Ensure all relevant production and storage / haulage areas are correctly prepared ready to begin prior to the arrival of production teams and are adequately and correctly closed down after production is complete ensuring necessary quality, safety and hygiene standards are met. 
Maximise machinery output and suitability on an ongoing basis ensuring optimum efficiency in accordance with volume and work types, e.g. ensure machinery is turned off at breaks. 
Timely completion of systems and paperwork ensuring accuracy and compliance. 
Operate with different parts of the businesses as required depending workload and necessity. 
Ensure good levels of house-keeping are adhered to, including the required cleaning standards, equipment is clean & tidy. 
Identify and report any errors on the production line or equipment to correct channels