Food Production Operative

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorn Baker Recruitment Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Food Production Operative to join a chilled production environment on a full-time basis. You will work on the production line, handle and process fresh produce, and perform manual handling while adhering to food safety guidelines.

Starting your day shift, you’ll contribute to maintaining quality checks, clean workspaces, and timely production targets. The position offers a straightforward day schedule and accessible transport links for easy

Qualifications

• Experience in a food production environment or similar role.
• Ability to work effectively in a chilled environment.
• Comfortable with standing for long periods, performing repetitive tasks, and manual handling.
• A strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations in food production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, handle, and process food products according to food safety and quality guidelines.
• Conduct manual handling tasks, including lifting, moving, and sorting fresh produce.
• Operate cutting tools or machinery.
• Work in a chilled environment, maintaining the freshness and safety of all food products.
• Follow established health and safety regulations and adhere to hygiene protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Perform routine quality checks on products to ensure they meet company standards.

Skills

Food production experience

Chilled environment

Attention to detail

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Food Production Operative

Full-time vacancy

Nottingham based, easy access via public transport

Day shift!

Overview:

We are seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our production team as Food Production Operatives at our food manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and has experience working in food production. The role involves working in a chilled environment to ensure the efficient preparation and handling of fresh produce.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, handle, and process food products according to food safety and quality guidelines.
• Conduct manual handling tasks, including lifting, moving, and sorting fresh produce.
• Operate cutting tools or machinery.
• Work in a chilled environment, maintaining the freshness and safety of all food products.
• Follow established health and safety regulations and adhere to hygiene protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets and deadlines.
• Perform routine quality checks on products to ensure they meet company standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure smooth workflow.

Required skills & experience:

• Experience in a food production environment or similar role. (Desirable)
• Ability to work effectively in a chilled environment.
• Comfortable with standing for long periods, performing repetitive tasks, and manual handling.
• A strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations in food production.

Day-to-Day duties:

• Start your shift in the evening, ensuring you are prepared to work in a chilled environment.
• Begin production line tasks.
• Use manual handling techniques to transport and position products as required.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic workspace throughout the shift.
• Regularly check the quality of produce and report any discrepancies to your supervisor.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure production targets and deadlines are met.
• End your shift with a recap of the day’s achievements and prepare the workspace for the next team.

Working hours

8am-6pm 5 days / week.

Pay rate

£12.71/h.