Factory Operative

Point Professional Recruitment Ltd; Thriplow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Factory Operatives for a well-established manufacturing company near Cambridge. Candidates should have prior factory experience and be committed to quality, hygiene, and teamwork. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to production goals. Competitive pay at £13.00 per hour with potential overtime. Flexibility is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a factory or production environment.
• Understanding of safety and quality control procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to produce products.
• Ensure hygiene and quality procedures are followed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Complete production and quality control paperwork.
• Monitor equipment and report faults.
• Assist team members to achieve production goals.

Skills

Factory production experience

Safety and quality control understanding

Teamwork skills

Proactive problem-solving attitude

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

We are currently recruiting Factory Operatives to join a well‑established manufacturing company on the outskirts of Cambridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in production who take pride in quality, hygiene, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment to produce products in line with company standards.
• Ensure hygiene, and quality procedures are always followed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to clean as you go policies.
• Complete all relevant production and quality control paperwork accurately and on time.
• Monitor equipment, reporting any faults or issues to the Production Manager.
• Support daily production schedules, preparing for upcoming runs as required.
• Take part in company training to improve skills and knowledge in food manufacturing.
• Assist and support team members where needed to ensure production goals are achieved.

Skills / Experience

• Previous exposure to a factory / production environment.
• Understanding of safety, and quality control procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently to meet targets relating to output, yield, and waste.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving.
• Flexibility.

Hours & Pay

Monday to Friday

07:30 until 17:00

Flexibility required

£13.00 per hour

OT to be paid at an enhanced rate