Key Operative - AM

Sofina Foods Europe; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Paid breaks

Online Benefits Hub

Company pension

On-site canteen & parking

Life insurance

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee referral programme

Job summary

Sofina Foods Europe is recruiting for a production line operator in Haverhill. You will work closely with the Area Manager to ensure smooth line operation, quality, and safety compliance on a Monday–Friday shift. Training and development of the team are core parts of the role.

You will monitor performance, coordinate with cross‑functional teams, and uphold high hygiene and safety standards while contributing to continuous improvement and efficient production.

Qualifications

• Experience on a production line in food manufacturing.
• Willing to learn and work collaboratively across departments.
• Strong communication and numeracy skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate day-to-day running of the line with the Area Manager to achieve optimal run speeds and product quality.
• Deliver training and support to new starters and operatives, building a multi-skilled team.
• Monitor operative performance and maintain a strong training plan for every team member.
• Identify production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all team members adhere to technical and health & safety requirements.
• Encourage the team to monitor product quality and reject unsuitable products.
• Ensure equipment and areas are cleaned to hygiene standards and follow a clean as you go policy.
• Complete paperwork and line checks accurately.
• Communicate clearly with the team and wider business.
• Promote all relevant company policies and procedures.

Skills

Line operation

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Summary

A great opportunity to join a dynamic team, develop key skills, and build a strong foundation for career progression within the Food industry.

The Role

Join our team and play a key role in driving consistent performance on the production line. Working closely with the Area Manager, you will ensure everyone on the line is trained, performing to the required standard, and that health and safety and technical compliance are maintained throughout.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 15:00 (paid breaks)

Your Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating the day to day running of the line alongside the Area Manager, ensuring optimal run speeds and product quality are achieved
• Delivering training and support to new starters and operatives, building a multi-skilled team
• Monitoring operative performance and working with the Area Manager to maintain a strong training plan for every team member
• Identifying areas impacting production and seeking corrective actions and resolutions
• Ensuring all team members understand and adhere to technical and health and safety requirements
• Encouraging the team to monitor product quality and reject any unsuitable products
• Ensuring equipment and areas are cleaned to company hygiene standards and that a clean as you go policy is followed throughout the shift
• Completing all required paperwork and line checks accurately
• Communicating clearly and promptly with the team and wider business
• Promoting all relevant company policies and procedures

The Ideal Candidate

• A good understanding of line equipment and throughput requirements
• A natural self-starter who can engage, motivate, and develop others
• A strong communicator who is numerate and articulate
• Able to identify potential issues and act on them proactively
• Someone who takes personal ownership of line performance
• Willing to learn and work collaboratively across departments and with wider teams

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Paid breaks
• Online Benefits Hub
• Company pension
• On-site canteen & parking
• Life insurance
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Employee referral programme

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It's a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world.

If you're looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there's a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift

Location

Haverhill, Suffolk

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB

AutoReqId

5905BR

AdRef

INDP