Lead Operative – Production & Warehouse

Fresh Start Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a candidate in the United Kingdom for a pivotal role in food manufacturing. You will operate and maintain production machinery, ensuring compliance with GMP and food safety standards. Desirable qualifications include experience in food manufacturing and a forklift licence. This position offers 28 days of annual leave and a modern working environment post-probation.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Company events and complimentary products

Modern, friendly working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG is desirable.
• Strong understanding of GMP and food safety standards preferred.
• Ability to lead and support team development.

Responsibilities

• Operate, clean, and maintain production machinery.
• Receive, store, load, and dispatch raw materials.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and food safety standards.
• Record yields and performance data accurately.
• Support production teams and act as cover for Team Leader.

Skills

Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG

Strong understanding of GMP and food safety standards

Ability to lead by example and support team development

FLT licence

Job description

Working Hours

• Monday–Friday, 05:00–13:30
• Overtime available
• Some flexibility required; occasional weekend support if needed

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, clean, and maintain production machinery to agreed targets
• Receive, store, load, and dispatch raw materials and finished goods
• Complete Goods In checks and all production/quality documentation
• Ensure full compliance with GMP, food safety, quality, and hygiene standards
• Record yields, checks, and performance data accurately
• Support production teams and maintain smooth operational flowAct as cover for the Team Leader during absence (additional pay applies)

Additional Duties

• Day-to-day operation of jar filling and/or bulk filling lines
• Provide on-shift leadership and support continuous improvement

Skills & Experience (Desirable)

• Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong understanding of GMP and food safety standards
• Ability to lead by example and support team development
• FLT licence

Benefits (Post-Probation)

• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Company events and complimentary products
• Modern, friendly working environment