Production Operative

Randstad UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a Production Operator in Manningtree to drive line performance, oversee packing and ensure quality products are produced to specification. You will work within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.

You will collaborate with planners and supervisors, maintain accurate records, and participate in continuous improvement while supporting a flexible shift pattern as required.

Qualifications

• Industry knowledge of food manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work with or without supervision.
• High awareness of health and safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Line Operations: Run production lines at optimum speed and assist with assembly and packing.
• Team Collaboration: Work with production planners, supervisors and fellow operators to meet schedules and training.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain Health & Safety directives and Food Regulations.
• Hygiene Standards: Keep the production area clean and adhere to clean-as-you-go policy.
• Quality Control: Complete required paperwork and perform Food Safety Quality Checks.
• Reporting: Report hazards or breaches to supervisor or line manager.

Skills

Industry knowledge

Communication

Pace under pressure

Independence

Safety mindset

Tools

Reach Truck licence

Manual Handling training

Basic computer skills

Job description

Production Operator

Location: Manningtree

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: 3-Shift Rotation (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM / 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are a leading manufacturer looking for a motivated and driven Production Operator to join our team in Manningtree. In this role, you will be the driving force behind our production lines, ensuring our high-quality finished goods, bespoke mixes, and internal products are made to specification and delivered on time.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love to learn, and take pride in maintaining excellent safety and quality standards, we want to hear from you!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Line Operations: Run production lines at optimum speed, ensuring all products are made to a high standard, while assisting with the assembly and packing of goods.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with production planners, supervisors, and fellow operators to ensure schedules are met and training is up to date.

• Safety & Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with Health & Safety directives and Food Regulations.

• Hygiene Standards: Keep the production area clean and tidy, actively adhering to a "clean as you go" policy and assisting with site cleaning as required.

• Quality Control: Complete all required paperwork accurately and carry out timely Food Safety Quality Checks.

• Reporting: Promptly report any hazards, near-misses, unsafe conditions, or procedural breaches to your supervisor or line manager.

What We Are Looking For

Essential:

• Industry Knowledge: Previous experience or strong knowledge of Food Manufacturing.

• Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to build great working relationships within a team.

• Pace & Pressure: The ability to work well under pressure, adapt to change, and meet time-critical deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

• Independence: A self-motivated individual who works excellently both with a team and without supervision.

• Safety Mindset: A strong awareness of health and safety and how it affects your workplace.

Desirable (But not essential):

• A valid Reach Truck licence.

• Prior Manual Handling training.

• Basic computer skills.

• A flexible approach to working hours.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.