Factory Operatives

Barfoots; Chichester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production firm in Chichester is seeking production operators for full-time, permanent positions. The role involves working on production lines, ensuring product quality, and requires a flexible attitude. Employees will receive comprehensive training and support in a diverse work environment, alongside benefits like a pension scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted weekly vegetable box scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous production/manufacturing experience advantageous.
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on production lines.
• Change film for packaging.
• Check product quality against specifications.

Skills

Team player

Basic numeracy

Flexible attitude

Job description

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Fantastic opportunities to join our busy Production team at our Leythorne site.

We are looking for reliable individuals, capable of working effectively and efficiently in a busy, team driven environment. Working across various departments, duties and responsibilities will reflect appropriate experience levels.

Our Operators are a key attribute to our business, underpinning the successful, day to day production operations. We provide a supportive and diverse environment in which people can develop their skills and capabilities. We are truly passionate about what we do and how we do it. We know all about rolling our sleeves up and getting our hands dirty.

From working on the production lines, sorting & grading products for quality to setting up and monitoring production machinery and equipment, operatives will be fully trained in all aspects of the production process. Our thorough induction program will provide full training on everything you need to know about working in a food processing/manufacturing environment, including Food Safety Level 2, Allergen Control, Manual Handling and COSHH.

Days Shifts Available: Full time, permanent positions. 12 hour days 4 days on 4 days off

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and reliable individuals looking to play a significant role in our production process. Joining a great proactive team, candidates will assist with all steps in the production process, with duties including, but not restricted to:

Operators

• Working on the production lines
• Change film
• Wrapping and packaging
• Checking product quality against customer specifications
• Adherence to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

You will be working in a fast-moving, fresh produce production environment and in temperature-controlled conditions - usual temperatures are around 3℃ - 5℃. Long periods of standing and some heavy lifting can be expected.

Requirements

• Previous production/manufacturing experience advantageous
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• A 'can do' and flexible attitude
• A strong team player with a positive mindset!

Why should you come and work for Barfoots?

Internal progression is strongly encouraged and Barfoots are committed to assisting with professional development and supporting training opportunities wherever appropriate.

Like crops, people thrive in the best conditions and this is what we provide. Our supportive and diverse environment helps people excel in both their fields and ours.

We encourage our people to grow in the way they want to and offer training to make this possible. We are an approved training centre for Highfield qualifications and have an on-site training team dedicated to keeping talented people.

• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Benefits Platform
• Discounted weekly vegetable box scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Committed to Sustainability - We are fully powered by our waste!

We are truly passionate about what we do and how we do it. To join our growing, global success, apply now for more information!