Fabrications Operative (Permanent)
Pilgrims Europe
Grantham, Lincolnshire
Job type
permanent
Location
Grantham, Lincolnshire, South Kesteven, Lincolnshire; Lincolnshire; East Midlands; England
Pilgrim's Europe is a leading food manufacturer, and we are currently looking for RTE Mixing room operative to join our dedicated team in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive workplace with great opportunities for development. Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Salary starts from £519, £27 007 per year
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday - 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00 alternating
Job Purpose
To efficiently operate, maintain, and manage heavy-duty mixing machinery while ensuring seamless workflow in a high-pressure production environment. The role demands exceptional physical capability, technical problem-solving skills, and teamwork to meet stringent production targets.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Operation & Maintenance: Safely assemble, dismantle, operate, and troubleshoot industrial mixing machinery.
Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.
Adhere to strict operational protocols and safety guidelines. Material Handling: Decant 15kg baskets of raw materials throughout the shift.
Manually push tubs weighing 180–200 kg
Ensure accurate material measurement and mixing ratios. Workflow Management: Maintain consistent output in a fast-paced environment to meet daily production quotas.
Monitor mixing processes, adjusting parameters as needed to ensure product quality.
Document batch records and maintain cleanliness in the mixing area. Team Collaboration: Work closely with experienced production staff to resolve operational challenges. Physical Demands
Heavy lifting (lifting up to 25kg baskets) and pushing loads of 180–200 kg.
Standing for 90% of the shift with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
Operating in environments with moderate noise and cold.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Physical Capability: Demonstrated ability to handle heavy manual tasks repetitively.
Technical Aptitude: Experience operating industrial machinery; mechanical assembly skills preferred.
Stress Resilience: Thrives under pressure with minimal supervision.
Problem-Solving: Quickly identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks.
Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a skilled team.
Experience: Prior work in manufacturing, warehousing, or similar physically demanding roles
Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe:
Competitive salary
All training provided on the job
Many progression opportunities
Pension scheme
Continuous training provided
Free on-site parking
Discounted employee shop
Life cover
Shopping discounts
Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
Discounted staff shop
For more information , please contact recruitment team on or on
* If we receive a large number of applications, we may bring the closing date forward. xkybehq Applicants are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly.
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Salary starts from £519, £27 007 per year
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday - 06:00-14:00/14:00-22:00 alternating
Job Purpose
To efficiently operate, maintain, and manage heavy-duty mixing machinery while ensuring seamless workflow in a high-pressure production environment. The role demands exceptional physical capability, technical problem-solving skills, and teamwork to meet stringent production targets.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Operation & Maintenance: Safely assemble, dismantle, operate, and troubleshoot industrial mixing machinery.
Perform routine maintenance checks and report mechanical issues promptly.
Adhere to strict operational protocols and safety guidelines. Material Handling: Decant 15kg baskets of raw materials throughout the shift.
Manually push tubs weighing 180–200 kg
Ensure accurate material measurement and mixing ratios. Workflow Management: Maintain consistent output in a fast-paced environment to meet daily production quotas.
Monitor mixing processes, adjusting parameters as needed to ensure product quality.
Document batch records and maintain cleanliness in the mixing area. Team Collaboration: Work closely with experienced production staff to resolve operational challenges. Physical Demands
Heavy lifting (lifting up to 25kg baskets) and pushing loads of 180–200 kg.
Standing for 90% of the shift with frequent bending, twisting, and reaching.
Operating in environments with moderate noise and cold.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Physical Capability: Demonstrated ability to handle heavy manual tasks repetitively.
Technical Aptitude: Experience operating industrial machinery; mechanical assembly skills preferred.
Stress Resilience: Thrives under pressure with minimal supervision.
Problem-Solving: Quickly identifies and resolves operational bottlenecks.
Teamwork: Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a skilled team.
Experience: Prior work in manufacturing, warehousing, or similar physically demanding roles
Benefits at Pilgrim's Europe:
Competitive salary
All training provided on the job
Many progression opportunities
Pension scheme
Continuous training provided
Free on-site parking
Discounted employee shop
Life cover
Shopping discounts
Refer a friend scheme from £600 per person
Discounted staff shop
For more information , please contact recruitment team on or on
* If we receive a large number of applications, we may bring the closing date forward. xkybehq Applicants are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly.