Operations - Multi skilled Operative

Finsbury Food; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 1,935,528 - 2,211,048; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits Hub retail discounts

Company shop at sites

Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300)

Job summary

Ultrapharm, part of the Finsbury Food Group, is hiring Multi‑Skilled Production Operatives to support gluten‑free bakery production across multiple lines. The role involves operating machinery, following production plans, and maintaining high hygiene and safety standards on site.

Shifts include 4 on/4 off with various day and night slots; pay rates are listed for days and nights. Ideal candidates will have production experience and a willingness to upskill in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or manufacturing, with hands‑on experience in key production functions.
• Confident operating machinery and completing operational paperwork.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Willing to become multi‑skilled through structured training.
• Competent in at least two specialist skill areas.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day production across the site, moving between lines and tasks to meet operational needs.
• Safely operate machinery, follow production plans, and ensure high quality and food safety standards.
• Complete production and compliance paperwork accurately and maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Assist with end‑of‑shift and deep‑cleaning activities and wear PPE at all times.

Skills

Weigh‑up

Mixing

Forming

Ovens

Packing

Flow wrap

Job description

Shift: The shift pattern will depend on the primary area you are positioned in. Available shifts include: 4 on / 4 off

• 5am - 5pm
• 7am - 7pm
• 9am - 9pm

4 on / 3 off (Monday - Thursday)

• 5pm - 5am
• 7pm - 5am
• 9pm - 7am

Salary: Days: £14.05 per hour Nights: £15.05 per hour

We are looking for Multi-Skilled Production Operatives to join our team at Ultrapharm, part of the Finsbury Food Group, to support our safe, high-quality, and efficient food production operation.

Ultrapharm is a dedicated gluten-free bakery, specialising exclusively in gluten-free products since 1993. Our craft-led approach creates premium products with the flavour and texture of traditional bakery goods, supplying major UK retailers including Marks & Spencer and Waitrose.

This is a hands‑on, varied role where you'll work across multiple production lines and areas, operating machinery and supporting different stages of the manufacturing process. We're particularly looking for individuals who already have experience in key production functions such as weigh‑up, mixing, forming, ovens, packing, and flow wrapping, and who are keen to further develop their skills in a multi‑skilled environment. You'll also play a key role in maintaining our hygiene, safety, and quality standards. It's an excellent opportunity to build on your existing experience, develop new skills, become multi‑skilled, and grow within a supportive manufacturing environment.

This is what you’ll actually do!

As a Multi‑Skilled Production Operative, you’ll support day‑to‑day production across the site, moving between lines and tasks to meet operational needs. You’ll safely operate machinery, follow production plans, and ensure all work is completed to the highest quality and food safety standards.

You’ll take responsibility for completing production and compliance paperwork accurately, maintaining a clean and safe working environment through a strong clean‑as‑you‑go approach, and supporting end‑of‑shift and deep‑cleaning activities. You’ll wear the correct PPE at all times, follow health, safety, hygiene, and allergen controls, and report any issues or hazards promptly.

You’ll also take part in training and cross‑skilling, support colleagues by sharing knowledge, and provide ASH cover by stepping up or down a level when required to keep the operation running smoothly.

To be successful in this role, you will be a reliable and flexible team player who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment. You’ll have a strong passion for quality, hygiene, and food safety, and take pride in doing things right first time. You’ll be willing to learn, adapt, and take on new challenges with a positive mindset, while feeling comfortable working across teams and supporting others to achieve shared goals.

Ideally this is you!

• Experience in food production or manufacturing, with experience in one or more of the following areas highly: weigh‑up, mixing, forming, ovens, packing, and flow wrap.
• Confident operating machinery and completing operational paperwork
• Good understanding of health, safety, and hygiene standards
• Willing to become multi‑skilled through structured training
• Competent in (or willing to train in) at least two specialist skill areas
• Positive, dependable, and adaptable
• Proud of high standards in cleanliness and quality
• Approachable, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement

What's in it for you?

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to allow quality time with your new arrival!
• Enhanced Pension Scheme for our employees
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (open to colleagues and their families)
• Retail discounts accessible via our Benefits Hub platform!
• Company shop available at sites (heavily discounted, yummy products!)
• Refer a Friend Scheme (up to £300 per referral – t&cs dependent)
• Employee Recognition Awards Extensive Learning & Development opportunities (including opportunities for sponsored professional memberships and our own in‑house development course!)
• An opportunity to be part of a fantastic, growing organisation. Head over to our LinkedIn page to find out more!