General Operative For Cutting-Edge Vertical Farming Facility

Straight Forward Recruitment; Marlingford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for reliable Production Operatives for a vertical farming facility in the UK. The role offers ongoing work with a clear path to permanent employment after 12 weeks, competitive pay starting at £12.21 per hour, and comprehensive training provided. Applicants should be hardworking team players with transport access given the rural location. This is a fantastic chance to be part of a sustainable and innovative industry with stable, competitive employment conditions.

Benefits

Stable long-term employment

Training and development opportunities

Modern and clean working conditions

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production or manufacturing is preferred, but training will be provided.
• Comfortable working in a cooler environment.
• Own transportation required due to rural location.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and maintaining production lines for daily operations.
• Trimming, sizing, and packaging fresh produce to meet specifications.
• Weighing and packing goods for distribution.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Are you looking for a stable and rewarding job with the potential for long-term growth? Straight Forward Recruitment is seeking reliable, hard-working Production Operatives to join a forward-thinking vertical farming facility in Easton, Norwich. This facility is revolutionizing the way fresh herbs and salads are grown indoors using cutting-edge technology, and we want you to be a part of it.

Why You Should Apply:

• Ongoing work with a clear path to a permanent contract after 12 weeks - this isn't a seasonal job, it's a chance to build a career with us.
• Competitive pay starting at £12.21 per hour, increasing to £12.56 after 12 weeks.
• No experience required - training will be provided to help you succeed and grow.
• Opportunity to work in a modern, clean facility with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
• A supportive team environment, where your contributions will make a real impact.
• Stable hours - Monday to Friday with a future 4 on / 4 off shift pattern that gives you more flexibility and time for personal life.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and maintaining production lines for daily operations.
• Accurately seeding mats and placing wet mats into aluminium trays.
• Trimming, sizing, and packaging fresh produce to meet customer specifications.
• Weighing and packing goods for distribution.
• Performing general hygiene duties including cleaning and tidying.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in food production or manufacturing is preferred, but not essential - we’re happy to train!
• Comfortable working in a cooler environment, as some areas are chilled to 8°C.
• Reliable, hardworking, and a team player who can adapt to our 4 on / 4 off shift pattern after training.
• Due to our rural location and shift times, you must have your own transport.

What We Offer:

• Stable, long-term employment with potential for a permanent role after 12 weeks.
• Competitive pay with room for growth.
• Modern and clean working conditions.
• Access to training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career.
• A positive and supportive team culture, where you’re valued and supported.

If you’re ready to be part of an exciting, innovative industry with long-term potential, apply today or call Gino or our office at: (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)