Label Operator

White Recruitment Construction; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food manufacturing company in Chichester is seeking a Label Operator to join their production and quality team. The role involves printing, checking, and maintaining product labels using specialized software. Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and be confident with IT systems. Competitive salary and benefits include holidays and a pension contribution.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

3% employer pension contribution (NEST)

Private medical insurance (after probation)

Life assurance and annual discretionary bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking and EV charging facilities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing or food production.
• Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel).
• Positive, proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Print and verify product labels in line with company procedures.
• Maintain and upload DataGuard and Vector labelling software systems.
• Complete daily label production checks and weekly waste reports.
• Manage label stock, ordering, and printer fault logs.
• Support production teams with line preparation, administration, and changeovers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

IT systems usage

Teamwork

Tools

DataGuard software

Vector software

Job description

Label Operator – Food Production

Location: Chichester, West Sussex
Salary: £30,000 – £33,000 per year
Contract: Permanent, 48 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP

A well-established food manufacturing company is seeking a Label Operator to join their production and quality team. You will be responsible for printing, checking, and maintaining product labels using DataGuard and Vector software, supporting daily operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Print and verify product labels in line with company procedures

• Maintain and upload DataGuard and Vector labelling software systems

• Complete daily label production checks and weekly waste reports

• Manage label stock, ordering, and printer fault logs

• Support production teams with line preparation, administration, and changeovers

About You

• Previous experience in manufacturing or food production

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

• Confident using IT systems (Word, Excel)

• Positive, proactive team player

What’s on Offer

• £30,000 – £33,000 per annum

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• 3% employer pension contribution (NEST)

• Private medical insurance (after probation)

• Life assurance and annual discretionary bonus

• Cycle to Work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme

• Free parking and EV charging facilities

Interview Process

• Stage 1: Online interview via Microsoft Teams

• Stage 2: On-site interview including a short psychometric test and site tour

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