Job title: Multi Skilled Production Operative
We are recruiting reliable, hardworking Multi Skilled Production Operatives to join a busy food manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role for people with practical experience in food production who work well as part of a team and take pride in delivering safe, high-quality product.
Key responsibilities:
- Operate production line machinery and perform manual production tasks (packing, weighing, filling, sealing)
- Carry out routine quality checks and record-keeping to ensure products meet specification
- Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen controls (HACCP/GMP) at all times
- Assist with changeovers, machine set-up and basic troubleshooting
- Maintain a clean, safe working area and support scheduled cleaning and sanitation
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across shifts to meet production targets
- Participate in training and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Skills and experience required:
- Previous experience in food manufacturing or a related production environment
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues during busy periods
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining food safety standards
- Comfortable with physical tasks and standing for long periods
- Flexible approach to shift patterns (day, night and weekend shifts as required)
- Good communication skills and willingness to follow instructions
- Basic numeracy/literacy; willingness to learn new skills
Desirable:
- Experience with packaging machinery or basic mechanical knowledge
- Forklift counterbalance/pedestrian licence or willingness to train
- Basic HACCP/food safety training
What we offer:
- Company annual bonus scheme.
- Company pension scheme.
- Life insurance.
- Health Cash Plan.
- 28 days' holiday.
- On-site parking.
- Free hot drinks.
- Free fruit every Wednesday.
- Free soup and roll every Friday.
- Social events and activities throughout the year.
How to apply:
Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and availability via the application process. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and basic pre-employment checks.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.
