Food Production Specialist: Mixing, Forklift & Quality

Whitworths; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitworths is seeking a reliable Specialist Operative to join our production team, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to high quality standards. The role may include mixing, blanching, heat treatment and forklift driving (FLT), alongside general production and packing duties.

We value reliability, willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to food safety and quality. Training will be provided where required.

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking with a positive attitude.
• Able to follow instructions and procedures precisely.
• Flexible and willing to learn new skills.
• Committed to food safety, quality and safety standards.
• FLT or food manufacturing experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out production tasks in line with food safety, quality and health and safety procedures.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet required quality standards.
• Support production targets, reduce waste and identify improvements.
• Complete required checks and report any quality concerns, shortages or equipment faults.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Work effectively with colleagues to achieve daily production targets.

Skills

Reliable

Hardworking

Flexible

Follow instructions

Food safety awareness

FLT experience desirable

Tools

FLT

Food manufacturing experience

Job description

Whitworths is seeking a reliable Specialist Operative to join our production team, ensuring products are manufactured safely, efficiently and to high quality standards. The role may include mixing, blanching, heat treatment and forklift driving (FLT), alongside general production and packing duties.

We value reliability, willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to food safety and quality. Training will be provided where required.