Food Production Operative

Gap Personnel; Crediton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking Factory Operatives for a poultry production facility near Crediton. This role offers training, flexible shifts, and a chance to join a supportive team in a fast-paced environment. The position requires reliability and teamwork, with benefits including a pension scheme and employee discounts. The hourly rate is £12.40.

Benefits

On-site canteen

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free or discounted food

Employee discount

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Must be capable of manual handling.
• Ability to work in chilled temperatures.
• Prior experience is not necessary as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pack poultry products for distribution.
• Remove wax and feathers from products.
• Wash, bag, and label products.
• Learn cutting and portioning skills.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Reliable and punctual

Willing to learn new skills

Ability to follow instructions in English

Teamwork skills

Job description

Factory Operative (Poultry Production)
Crediton, Devon

Gap Personnel are recruiting reliable and motivated individuals to join a respected poultry production facility near Crediton, Devon. Supplying premium chicken and duck products to some of the UK’s top restaurants and chefs, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a skilled and supportive team within a fast‑paced food production environment.

Why This Role?

• Excellent work‑life balance – Various shifts available
• Full training provided – no previous experience needed
• Full‑time or part‑time position with long‑term opportunities
• Friendly team culture in a clean, well‑organised workplace

Main Duties

• Preparing and packing poultry products for distribution
• Removing wax and feathers
• Washing, bagging, and labelling products
• Learning the skill of cutting and portioning poultry in both the EV and cutting rooms
• Maintaining hygiene and safety standards

Please note:

• Some manual handling is required
• Certain areas involve working in chilled temperatures

Full induction, training, and all PPE will be provided.

About You

We’re looking for individuals who are:

• Reliable and punctual
• Willing to learn new skills in a fast‑paced environment
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Capable of understanding and following basic English instructions

Shift Details

Monday to Friday: 6:00am start – midday finish*
(Friday may finish earlier depending on production levels and time of year)

Monday to Friday (Part‑Time): 0900AM – 1500PM

Pay and Benefits

Rate: £12.40 per hour (aged 18+)

Benefits include:

• On‑site canteen
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free or discounted food
• Employee discount
• Free on‑site parking

If you’re looking for a stable, hands‑on role with excellent hours and a welcoming team, this is a great opportunity.

Apply today with Gap Personnel to start your new career.