Production Assistant

Are you good at following steps and like clear instructions? Do you enjoy practical tasks and making things? We are hiring for production assistant roles at Ace Popcorn.

We make delicious gourmet popcorn. We also have an important social mission: provide jobs for autistic people who might find it hard to get work. When you work with us, you'll be part of a team that will be looking at making a positive impact. Every bag of popcorn helps us to keep employing autistic people.

We are looking for a careful and focused Production Assistant to join our team in Worksop. If you like clear tasks, have a good eye for detail, and want your work to help others, please read on.

This job is about making our popcorn. You'll follow clear steps to create our tasty snacks. Your main tasks will include:

• Making Popcorn: Using our machines to make popcorn. This means measuring ingredients precisely and following recipes exactly. You'll make sure each batch is ready to be sold.
• Adding Flavours: measuring and adding flavours and seasonings to the popcorn.
• Packing Popcorn: Neatly weighing, putting popcorn into bags, and sealing them. You'll make sure the packaging looks good and is secure.
• Keeping Things Clean: Keeping your work area very clean and tidy. You'll follow all food safety rules.
• Working with the Team: Working alongside other team members. We aim for a calm and helpful atmosphere.
• You do not need previous experience in food production. We will provide full training and clear guidance for the right person.

• Good at Following Instructions: You can follow steps and rules accurately.
• Focus on Detail: You notice small details, especially when following recipes or packing products.
• Reliable: You are dependable and complete your tasks as expected.
• Hands-on Work: You enjoy practical tasks.
• Physical Ability: You are comfortable standing for periods and can lift moderate weights (20-25kg).
• Works Well with Others: You can work alongside colleagues in a structured environment.
• Interest in Our Mission: Shares our values of a world that recognises, understands and values autistic people.

• A job where your work helps a social mission and makes a real difference.
• A supportive and clear work environment. We aim for a workplace where you feel comfortable and understood.
• Full training for the role, with clear instructions and support.

If you are interested in this job and think you are a good fit for our team and our mission, please send your CV and a short cover letter. In your letter, please refer to the job description and tell us why you would like to be our new Production Assistant Send them Tristan.hemsley@aem.org.uk by 1/10/25