Job Description
Elis is an international multi-service provider, offering textile, hygiene, and facility services solutions. We are a leader in most of the 29 countries in which we operate, employing 52,000 professionals.
We have a fantastic opportunity for committed and motivated Production Operatives to join a company that invests training and development to provide their people with the opportunity to flourish and develop their careers!
Here at Elis, we recognize that our employees are the company’s greatest asset and our investment in our people reflects this. Elis offers a wide range of assignments and career opportunities via a multitude of diverse job roles and career gateways between functions. This vast field of possibilities gives you the opportunity to achieve your career goals.
We have opportunities at the following site/s;
Our Industrial Laundry site is based in Kendal, Cumbria.
Main Responsibilities:
You will be part of a large, hardworking, friendly team responsible for ensuring that our customers receive outstanding levels of service, and that all work is completed to the highest quality and hygiene standards.
You will be responsible for processing customer items using large industrial machinery. The items you will be handling includes, bedding, towels, tablecloths etc. The tasks can be repetitive and will require concentration skills, attention to detail and a high level of health and safety awareness.
No experience is required. Full training will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to develop the skills of a Multi-Skilled Operative. A personal development plan will be agreed between yourself and management, in which you will have the opportunity to discuss any career aspirations and explore development opportunity. Once you have completed your probationary period, you will have access to apply onto one of the ranges of Apprenticeship courses on offer and the company will continue to support your personal and career development.
What we are looking for:
- Good communications skills are essential, both verbal and written.
- Good level of physical fitness and be comfortable with working on your feet for long periods.
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment.
- Experience of working within a fast-paced production environment (desirable but not essential).
- Great team player and able to take own initiative and be highly responsible.
- Willing to learn new skills.
- Good work ethic.
Why work for Elis? Employee Statement
“I am Khalid Bakhat, the site General Manager at Kendal, I joined the company in 1994 and started my first role as a Washhouse Operative. I progressed to a Supervisor within 7 months and the company supported my development to the role of Production Manager in which I managed 3 different sites in the North. With the support, training and coaching from Elis, I was promoted to General Manager in 2004. I am extremely passionate in encouraging my team to accomplish their goals and professional advancement.”
Employee Recognition
We recognise employees who support the company values and have exemplary performance. Do you want to be awarded the next Employee of the Month? Or be selected as one of our site Chevrons from the Production team. A Chevron is the voice of the colleagues, takes lead of the site Social Calendar for events including – summers events, BBQ’s, Christmas Parties, celebrating observance days, etc. and takes part in an all-expenses paid trip in Europe with the company, with a guest of choice. We also have a refer a friend scheme and employee store discounts! Do you want to know more?
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Have a browse through our website for more details about who we are and what we do:
https://uk.elis.com/en
Working Schedule and Pay:
- Monday to Friday- 14:30pm to 23:30pm.
- £10.92 per hour - Production Operative - standard rate.
- £11.42 per hour - Multi-Skilled Operative - standard rate.
Work remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £10.92 per hour
Schedule:
Work Location: One location