Night Shift Bakery Production Operative

Geary's Bakeries Ltd; Glenfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Geary's Bakeries Ltd is seeking a Production Operative for the night shift to help produce and package our baked goods with high quality and efficiency. You will weigh ingredients, mix and tin products, assist with the oven and prover, and manually pack and label items on a busy production line while following GMP and safety standards.

We value reliability, ability to work in high temperatures, and a strong team mindset. This on-site role is based at Optimus Way, Glenfield in Leicestershire.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle manual work, including lifting, carrying, and standing for long periods.
• Comfortable working in high-temperature environments.
• Strong attendance record and commitment to shift patterns.
• Able to collaborate effectively with others in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely, especially regarding food safety and quality control.
• Understanding of cleanliness and hygiene in a food production setting. (Can be trained if basic awareness exists.)
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and able to adjust to changing production needs.
• Able to communicate effectively in English to understand safety protocols and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Weighing up and decanting ingredients, including sour and oil (we're all about delicious sourdough!)
• Mixing and tinning up product
• Assisting with the oven and prover
• Manually folding and labelling packaging
• Packing product and manually stacking baskets
• Operating machinery (such as bagging units) on the line
• Following Good Manufacturing Practices and Clean As You Go procedure
• Supporting other departments when necessary

Job description

Geary's Bakeries Ltd is seeking a Production Operative for the night shift to help produce and package our baked goods with high quality and efficiency. You will weigh ingredients, mix and tin products, assist with the oven and prover, and manually pack and label items on a busy production line while following GMP and safety standards.

We value reliability, ability to work in high temperatures, and a strong team mindset. This on-site role is based at Optimus Way, Glenfield in Leicestershire.