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Production Operative

Job Reference: FJ-565cn

Manufacturing and Production
Newmarket, Suffolk
£27622.40 per annum
Permanent

Job Title: Production Operative

Job Type: Full-time, permanent

Location: Newmarket

Hours: Shift work (including early mornings / evenings

Salary: £27,622.40 plus holiday entitlement

About the role:

We are seeking reliable, motivated Production Operatives to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The successful candidates will play a key role in producing, packing and preparing food products to the highest quality and safety standards. This is a hands-on role ideal for team players who take pride in doing a thorough, accurate job.

Key responsibilities:

- Operate production line machinery and equipment safely and efficiently

- Pack, label and prepare finished food products for dispatch

- Follow recipes, production schedules and quality instructions accurately

- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping at all times

- Carry out routine cleaning and sanitising tasks as required

- Monitor product quality and report any issues or defects immediately

- Assist with stock handling, weighing and basic inventory tasks

- Comply with health & safety policies, wearing PPE and observing safe working practices

- Communicate effectively with colleagues and support other team members to meet production targets

Essential skills and experience:

- Experience in food manufacturing or processing environments preferred

- Ability to follow instructions, procedures and quality controls precisely

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues under pressure

- Good attention to detail and reliability

- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights

- Flexible attitude to shift patterns and working hours

Desirable:

- Food hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain training

- Experience operating basic production machinery

What we offer:

  • Company annual bonus scheme
  • Company pension
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Cash Plan
  • 28 days holiday
  • On-site parking
  • Free hot drinks
  • Free fruit Wednesday's
  • Free soup & roll Friday's
  • Various events/ activities throughout the year

How to apply:

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and availability. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and suitable candidates will be contacted for interview. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.