Food Production Operative

Gap Personnel Limited; Warminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Gap Personnel Limited is seeking a Food Production Operative in Warminster. You will work hands-on in the factory production area, handling ingredients, weighing and portioning, and packaging finished goods.

Training will cover basic equipment operation, with a focus on safety, hygiene and HACCP‑based standards. The role requires strong attention to detail, good teamwork and the ability to work in a repetitive, fast-moving environment on your feet for most of the shift.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling ingredients and packaging.
• Excellent teamwork and communication within a factory environment.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions and safety procedures.
• Safety-focused mindset with adherence to HACCP-based processes.
• Willing to learn basic equipment operation through training.
• Able to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle ingredients before they enter production, including sorting, measuring and portioning.
• Support processing stages including mixing, preparing, filling and portion control.
• Weigh products accurately according to production specs.
• Pack, seal and label finished food items for dispatch.
• Operate basic production equipment after training.
• Conduct visual quality checks on appearance, weight and packaging.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized workspace following hygiene procedures.
• Follow food safety standards and HACCP processes.
• Wear factory clothing, hair protection, gloves and hygiene gear.
• Report production or quality issues to the line supervisor.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet targets.
• Assist with loading, organizing and preparing goods for dispatch when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Following procedures

Safety conscious

Manual dexterity

Willing to learn

Job description

Food Production Operative

Location: Warminster

Shift: 7:15am - 4:45pm

Pay Rate: £12.71 p/h

Contract: Temp to perm

Role Overview

As a Food Production Operative, you will work hands‑on in the factory production area, supporting the full cycle of food preparation and packaging. You will handle ingredients, operate basic production equipment (after training), check product quality, weigh and portion items accurately, package finished goods, and ensure all safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle ingredients before they enter the production line (sorting, measuring, portioning)
• Support food processing stages including mixing, preparing, filling, and portion control
• Weigh products accurately according to production specifications
• Pack, seal and label finished food products
• Operate basic food production equipment after receiving full training
• Perform visual quality checks (appearance, weight, packaging, labels)
• Maintain a clean and sanitized workspace, following internal hygiene procedures
• Follow food safety standards, including HACCP‑based processes
• Wear and use protective equipment (factory clothing, hair protection, gloves, hygiene gear)
• Report production or quality issues directly to the line supervisor
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a production team
• Help load, organize and prepare goods for dispatch and storage when required

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures carefully
• Comfortable working in a repetitive, fast‑moving manufacturing environment
• Able to work on your feet for most of the shift
• Willing to learn basic equipment operation through workplace training
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• A responsible attitude towards hygiene and product quality

Skills & Attributes

• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Ability to work at a consistent pace
• Good coordination and precision in manual tasks
• Safety‑focused mindset
• Quick to adapt in a factory setting
• Organized and solution‑oriented approach