Process Operator

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Trainee Process Operative for their operations in Tewkesbury. The successful candidate will undergo comprehensive training, gaining qualifications in Food Safety and HACCP. Key responsibilities include controlling products, operating machinery, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. The position offers competitive salary, benefits such as holiday entitlements, and career progression opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or machine operation preferred, but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work methodically in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely intake, control, and process products in compliance with food safety standards.
• Operate and maintain machinery, including CIP systems.
• Monitor hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively across teams and support efficient workflows.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Ability to work methodically

Job description

Trainee Process Operative

Summary

Days: Monday to Sunday
Hours: 37.5 per week (five shifts)
Start Times: From 05:00 (varies by shift)
Location: Tewkesbury Development Path

Phase 1: Trainee Process Operative (6-7 months)

Begin on the intake bay, ensuring safe and hygienic handling of raw materials.
Complete practical training alongside a Level 2 Food Safety & HACCP qualification.
Receive support from experienced mentors and a dedicated learning team.

Phase 2: Process Operative

Progress to full operative duties, including pasteurisation and internal tank operations.
Gain a Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP qualification and prepare for advancement to Process Technician.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely intake, control, and process products in compliance with food safety standards.
• Operate and maintain machinery, including CIP systems.
• Monitor hygiene, health, and safety standards.
• Communicate effectively across teams and support efficient workflows.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience in food production or machine operation preferred, but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work methodically in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to shifts and changing priorities.

Note: Strict hygiene standards apply (limited jewellery, no perfumes or cosmetics in production areas).

What's Offered

• Comprehensive training and qualifications.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including:
  • 22 days holiday plus bank holidays (extra day after 3 years)
  • Pension scheme
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Staff discounts and cycle-to-work scheme
  • Refer-a-friend bonus