Business: The ReFood AD plants operate as integrated recycling units, processing a variety of food wastes to produce biogas, renewable electricity, heat and ReGrow (a nutrient-rich fertiliser for local farms). The plants also recycle the food waste packaging providing an environmentally sustainable solution for all waste producers looking for a safe method of diverting food waste from landfill.

The Position

An exciting opening has arisen for an AD Site Operative to join the team at our ReFood Widnes Site. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to join an established and growing company that is committed to helping conserve natural resources and protect the environment. In return we will offer you the opportunity to develop your existing skillset to fulfil your potential.

This is a full-time permanent position, working an average of 42 hours per week (12-hour shifts - days and nights), on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern.

As an AD Site Operative your duties and responsibilities will vary but will include:

Assisting Management in controlling and coordinating the safe and efficient operation of the ReFood operation in accordance with management instructions, Health & Safety and Legislative requirements.
Operating the mobile plant in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with Group Policies and Procedures.
Making sure all jobs are finished on time, to the correct specification, standard and within the boundaries of current legislation.
Ensuring that the facility, its plant, and equipment are maintained and cleaned as specified.
Be responsible for the incoming raw material, ensuring it is dealt with in a safe and efficient manner.
Working in accordance with staff rosters and the provision of cover for planned / unplanned absence.
To support with weighbridge duties, such as paperwork regarding incoming and outgoing material. Along with traffic management, when required.
Undertaking any other duties reasonably requested by the ReFood Management Team.

The Person

Have the ability to handle raw material. Some heavy lifting may be required.
Be able to work on your own or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
Experience of working within a manufacturing / FMCG industry.
Have the ability to undertake, process and quality check raw material and associated paperwork and perform basic lab tests.
Be able to work to HACCP System.
Have a keen eye for detail, be flexible, practical, hardworking and able to work under own initiative.
A Forklift Truck license would be advantageous.
Be willing to complete relevant training courses in accordance with production standards and requirements of site.
Be computer literate.