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Job Role : Chocolate Manufacturing Process Operator (3 Shift)

GCB Cocoa UK is a Chocolate and Cocoa processor based in Suffolk who are currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Process Operators. You will be willing to learn new skills to manufacture Chocolate in a state-of-the-art purpose-built facility, including undertaking comprehensive training to enable you to take part in chocolate tasting panels. Full training on the use of specialist equipment will be provided.

Working Pattern:
3 Rotating Shifts (14.00 – 22.00; 06.00 – 14.00; 22.00 – 06.00; Monday – Friday, rotating weekly)

We offer:

  • Base Salary of £26,800 + Shift Allowance of £2,400 per annum (3 Shift)
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: 5% Employee pension contributions are matched by 5% Employer pension contribution.
  • 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 22 days after 2 years’ service, and 25 days after 5 years’ service.
  • Free on-site parking and hot drinks

Roles and Responsibilities:

In this role you will:

  • Handle Ingredients on an industrial scale for the purpose of chocolate manufacturing
  • Operate depositing lines to produce Solid Chocolate for remelting, recipe inclusions and decorations.
  • Undertake packaging, storage and distribution tasks.
  • Maintaining accurate records in line with BRC Food Safety standards and customer requirements
  • Maintaining high standards of hygiene in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
  • Work closely with Operational, Logistics and Hygiene teams to maximise production quality and efficiency
  • Uphold exceptional Health and Safety standards
  • Build a comprehensive knowledge of ingredients and processes to ensure production meets customer requirements.

Qualifications/Experience:

Essential skills and experiences:

  • The ability to follow written instructions and perform basic calculations
  • Previous experience of working to robust Quality standards and following procedures
  • The ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels and confident to escalate any issues to ensure quality and safety
  • Strong computer literacy – e.g. able to input data, confirm settings on machinery and produce reports with training
  • Conscientious with strong attention to detail
  • A passion for chocolate!

Desirable skills and experiences:

  • Experience working in food manufacturing or with food safety standards
  • Basic Food Hygiene qualification
  • Knowledge of HACCP
  • Experience of working with chocolate

The ideal candidate will be a team player as well as self-motivated. Key attributes will include someone who pays particular attention to detail and who carries out their duties to a high standard with confidence, honesty, and passion.

How to apply

A new GCB Cocoa UK team built on decades of experience in chocolate and cocoa production, sales & technical expertise.

Vertically integrated supply chain servicing a new Purpose Built Facility with a traditional liquid manufacturing process and a notable range of solid chocolate options. Fully segregated dairy free dark production line for a range of both solid and liquid chocolates.

A cocoa processing facility is planned on the same site with operations starting in 2024. Future expansions for both chocolates and semi finished to follow.