Process/ Production Operative

Ambitions Personnel; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Process/Production Operative for a permanent role in the outskirts of Newark. Ideal candidates should have experience in manufacturing, preferably in food production, and a Food Safety Level 2 qualification. The position involves operating production machinery and ensuring product quality and safety, with shifts scheduled at 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6am.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (ideally food, pet food, or FMCG).
• Food Safety Level 2 qualification required.
• Proactive attitude with a solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling equipment and complete technical checks.
• Run the extrusion, drying, coating, and cooling processes.
• Maintain cleanliness with a clean-as-you-go approach.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing environment

Food Safety Level 2 qualification

Awareness of BRC standards

Solutions-focused mindset

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Process/Production Operative

Location: Outskirts of Newark

This is a permanent role, must have own transport due to the location.

Shifts are 4 on 4 off 6am to 6pm and 6pm to 6am. Salary £14.46ph

About the Role

Are you hands-on, driven, and ready to play a vital role, we’re looking for a Process/Production Operative, working with cutting-edge machinery and contributing to the safe and efficient production of animal food products.

Your Purpose

As a Process Operative, you\'ll be responsible for running key production processes – from milling and extrusion to drying and coating – ensuring that everything we produce meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Your Deliver

What You\'ll Deliver

• A safe working environment for yourself and your team – safety first, always
• Consistently high-quality product – right first time, every time
• Operational efficiency – reducing waste, managing downtime, and maximizing throughput
• Strong teamwork – working closely with colleagues, engineers, and managers to solve problems and deliver results

Your Main Responsibilities

• Operate milling equipment: load bulk materials (via FLT) and hand-added ingredients, completing technical checks and logs
• Run the extrusion, drying, coating, and cooling processes, maintaining accurate records and product quality
• Handle and manage waste for rework efficiently
• Maintain cleanliness with a clean-as-you-go approach, supporting wider site cleaning as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (ideally food, pet food, or FMCG)
• Food Safety Level 2 qualification
• Awareness of BRC standards and IOSH Working Safely practices
• A proactive attitude with a solutions-focused mindset
• A strong team player who’s open to learning and continuous improvement
• Honest, reliable, and able to maintain perspective under pressure

To apply please call Jenna on 01636 611320 or email your CV to [e-mail]