Production Operative

First Recruitment Services; Ashington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in Ashington is seeking Food Production Operatives for day shifts on a temporary basis, with a shift pattern of 4-on / 4-off. Responsibilities include preparing baking trays, maintaining hygiene, and packaging goods. Reliable transport is essential as the location is not serviced by public transport. Previous food production experience is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Reliable transport is essential due to the location.
• Experience in food production is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and line oven trays with care and accuracy.
• Handle and transfer baking trays safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic working environment.
• Cut and finish baked products to exacting standards.
• Apply hand-finishing techniques for product quality.
• Label and date items correctly for dispatch.
• Package goods securely to meet delivery requirements.
• Report machinery faults or safety concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Food Production Operatives – Day Shifts (Temporary/Ongoing)

Location: Ashington, West Sussex – YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN TRANSPORT

Salary: £12.36 per hour

Shifts: 4-on / 4-off rotation, 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Start Date: Immediate start available

We are recruiting Production Operatives to join our client based in Ashington on a Temp to Perm basis! The role is working 4-on-4-off for a Food Production Company.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and lining oven trays with care and accuracy
• Handling and transferring baking trays safely and efficiently
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic working environment always
• Cutting and finishing baked products to exacting standards
• Applying hand-finishing techniques to ensure product quality and presentation
• Labelling and dating items correctly for dispatch
• Packaging goods securely to meet delivery requirements
• Reporting any machinery faults or safety concerns promptly to supervisors

Working Pattern

• 4-on / 4-off shift rotation
• Day shifts only: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Ongoing temporary assignment with potential for long-term opportunities

What We’re Looking For

• Reliable transport is essential due to the location not being served by public transport
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or factory settings is beneficial but not essential

Wild Recruitment Ltd (T/A First Recruitment Services) is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.

Apply today to take the next step in your career and become a vital part of a successful food production team.