Production Operative

Westmill | part of Associated British Foods plc; Enfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABF Pension Scheme

Annual Incentive Plan

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on retail and leisure

Job summary

Westmill is seeking a Production Operative in Enfield to keep our production lines running safely and efficiently. The role is a hands-on position supporting the manufacturing process for products distributed across the UK.

You will join an established team working Monday to Friday from 6:00am to 3:00pm, with no weekend shifts as part of the normal pattern. This is a great opportunity to contribute to quality and safety within a leading food business.

Qualifications

• Previous production operative experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Good attention to detail.
• A positive and reliable approach to work.
• Good communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and get involved.
• Experience of stock control or WMS systems would be useful.

Responsibilities

• Running production lines safely and efficiently to help deliver the daily production plan.
• Making sure food safety, quality and hygiene standards are maintained throughout the shift.
• Spotting and reporting faults or downtime so issues can be dealt with quickly.
• Working closely with Line Technicians, Shift Managers, Technical and Engineering colleagues.
• Helping keep the production area clean, organised and working to GMP standards.
• Playing your part in a team focused on safety, quality and getting the job done well.

Skills

Production experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Good communication

Job description

PRODUCTION OPERATIVE

Enfield | Monday to Friday | 6:00am to 3:00pm | £28,335.48 per annum

We’re looking for a Production Operative to join our team in Enfield.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll play an important part in keeping our production lines running safely and efficiently, helping us make products that reach consumers, restaurants and takeaways across the UK.

You’ll be joining an established team, working Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 3:00pm, with no weekend shifts as part of the normal working pattern.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Running production lines safely and efficiently to help deliver the daily production plan
• Making sure food safety, quality and hygiene standards are maintained throughout the shift
• Spotting and reporting faults or downtime so issues can be dealt with quickly
• Working closely with Line Technicians, Shift Managers, Technical and Engineering colleagues
• Helping keep the production area clean, organised and working to GMP standards
• Playing your part in a team focused on safety, quality and getting the job done well

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, practical and enjoys working as part of a team.

• Previous production operative experience ideally in a food manufacturing environment
• Good attention to detail
• A positive and reliable approach to work
• Good communication skills
• A willingness to learn and get involved
• Experience of stock control or WMS systems would be useful

Food Hygiene, Manual Handling or health and safety qualifications would be an advantage.

WHY WESTMILL?

Westmill is one of Europe’s largest specialist food businesses and part of Associated British Foods plc.

We’re home to brands including Patak’s, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Lucky Boat and Green Dragon.

That means you’ll be joining a well established business, working as part of a team producing brands that people know and use every day.

For the right person, it’s also a good opportunity to build your experience in food manufacturing and develop your knowledge of production, quality and food safety.

WHAT WE OFFER

Alongside a salary of £28,335.48 per annum, you’ll receive:

• Monday to Friday working
• ABF Pension Scheme membership
• Annual Incentive Plan
• Option to buy additional holiday
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to financial education and affordable loans
• A paid volunteering day
• Extra Spice, our benefits platform offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts from day one

INTERESTED?

If you’re looking for a stable, hands‑on role with good weekday hours, a strong team around you and the chance to build your experience in food manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.