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Botanical Operators

Botanical Operators

Blue Arrow - Southampton • Pencraig, Herefordshire, United Kingdom
9 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Botanical Operator 6 - 12 Month Contract



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Join One of the World's Premium Gin Distilleries


At one of the world's leading premium gin distilleries, our exceptional products begin with the careful preparation and handling of the botanicals that define our distinctive spirit. As a Botanical Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring that botanicals are received, stored, prepared and supplied to production safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.


This is a hands-on role requiring a strong focus on manual handling, quality, safety and teamwork within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


Key Responsibilities:


Botanical Handling & Preparation



  • Receive, unload and safely transport botanical deliveries throughout the production facility.


Accurately weigh, measure and prepare botanical ingredients in line with production schedules and operational requirements.


Prepare and stage botanical batches for distillation, ensuring full compliance with quality and traceability standards.


Load, unload and handle botanical baskets, containers and materials used throughout the production process.


Ensure botanicals are stored correctly to preserve quality, integrity and freshness.


Conduct stock movements and inventory activities to maintain production readiness.


Carry out routine cleaning of botanical preparation areas and equipment.



Manual Handling Operations



  • Perform regular manual handling activities associated with moving sacks, bags, containers and botanical materials throughout the site.


Safely lift, carry, push, pull and position materials using approved handling techniques and mechanical aids where appropriate.


Support the loading and unloading of materials from vehicles, storage areas and production locations.


Ensure all manual handling tasks are completed in accordance with site safety procedures and risk assessments.


Identify opportunities to improve manual handling practices, workplace ergonomics and operational efficiency.


Maintain excellent housekeeping standards to ensure safe movement of materials and personnel within the work area.



Quality & Compliance



  • Conduct quality checks on incoming botanicals and prepared batches.


Maintain accurate production, inventory and traceability records.


Support compliance with quality management systems, food safety standards and regulatory requirements.


Escalate any quality concerns, discrepancies or non-conformance's promptly to your immediate line Manager.



Continuous Improvement



  • Contribute ideas and initiatives that improve safety, quality and productivity.


Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.


Support the implementation of best practice processes and operational efficiencies.



Skills & Experience


Essential



  • Experience within a manufacturing, warehouse, food production, beverage production or operational environment.


Experience performing manual handling tasks safely and effectively within a physically demanding role.


Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.


Good organisational and time management skills.


Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly with colleagues.


A proactive and flexible approach to work.



Desirable



  • Experience handling raw materials, ingredients or production stock.


Understanding of food safety, quality systems or manufacturing processes.


Interest in premium spirits production and distillation processes.



Personal Qualities



  • Team Player


You work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure materials are prepared safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.



Quality Driven


You take pride in accuracy and consistency, understanding the importance of every ingredient in producing a world-class product.


What We Offer


This is an opportunity to join one of the world's premium gin distilleries and contribute directly to the creation of an internationally recognised product for the next 6 - 12 months. You'll be part of a team committed to quality, craftsmanship, safety and continuous improvement while working in a unique and rewarding manufacturing environment. xwwtmva


Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.



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