Food preparation operative

We Are Workforce Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production is seeking a Food Preparation Operative in Redditch. This role involves mixing ingredients, operating machinery, and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be a proactive team player, contributing to a busy preparation team and maintaining high hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Experience in fast chilled food manufacturing is advantageous.
• Physically fit and capable of manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Mixing products according to written instructions.
• Safely operating manufacturing machinery.
• Performing quality checks to ensure product quality.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Manual handling

Job description

Job Title: Food Preparation Operative

Location:

Redditch

Salary:

From £12.21/hour + £6.50/shift bonus

Hours:

Monday to Friday, P.M. shift 2pm-10pm (training on A.M. shift 5am-1:30pm)

Employment Type:

Temp to perm

Requirements:

Proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing) to understand instructions and company procedures.

Purpose:

Join a busy preparation team within the production area.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Mixing products following written instructions.
2. Manual handling of ingredients.
3. Safely operating machinery.
4. Labelling products.
5. Working efficiently under pressure and meeting deadlines.
6. Supporting the manufacturing team and other departments.
7. Maintaining good hygiene and housekeeping standards.
8. Performing quality checks to ensure product quality.

Person Specification:

1. Experience in a fast chilled food manufacturing environment (advantageous).
2. Strong communication skills.
3. Team player, proactive, and supportive.
4. Positive attitude and motivation.
5. Adaptable and able to take initiative.
6. Physically fit.

Additional Information:

We operate across several locations in the Midlands, offering various roles including order picking, food production, warehouse, stores, dispatch, packing, assembly, machine operation, and FLT driving. We are always seeking talented individuals to join our team. If you know someone suitable, refer them to our friendly team who will assist you.

Job code: WAR23