Production Operative

Spider Web Recruitment Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a full-time Production Operative to join a busy team in food production. The role involves operating machinery, following recipes, and ensuring quality control in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have a keen attention to detail and a proactive attitude. Immediate starts available. The position offers an hourly rate of £12.24 with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Punctual, reliable, and committed to quality.
• Ability to follow recipes and specifications.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Support production by following recipes and performing quality control checks.
• Operate machinery across multiple production lines.
• Conduct regular cleaning and hygiene tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Proactive approach

Manual handling

Job description

Overview

Production Operative – Just Temps are recruiting for Production Operatives on behalf of a leading manufacturer based near Woodbridge, Suffolk. As a trusted temporary staffing partner, we’re offering a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, fast-paced production environment supporting a well-established, quality-driven business in this full-time, temporary to permanent position. Working full-time hours on rotating shifts and immediate starts available following a successful interview.

The Role

As a Production Operative, you’ll play a key role in helping manufacture a high-quality range of sauces for retail and food service markets. You\'ll be working as part of a collaborative team, contributing to various stages of the production process - from preparing ingredients and operating machinery to quality control and packaging.

Main Duties and responsibilities

• Support production by following recipes, specifications, and performing quality control checks with accurate record-keeping.
• Operate machinery across multiple production lines, including cooking, filling, labelling, and capping.
• Conduct regular cleaning, hygiene tasks, and follow a “clean as you go” policy to maintain food safety and a tidy work area.
• Load raw materials and stack finished products efficiently.
• Assist with equipment changeovers and product transitions as required.

Shifts & Pay

• Rotating shifts: 5:45 AM – 2:00 PM and 1:45 PM – 10:00 PM
• Hourly rate: £12.24 per hour
• Weekly hours: 37.5 hours, full-time

What We’re Looking For

• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Punctual, reliable, and team-oriented
• Proactive approach with a positive attitude
• Comfortable with manual handling tasks

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Production Operative role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Additional keywords: Production Operative, Food production, Manufacturing operative, Factory Operative, Assembly Line Operative, Food Production Assistant, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Hygiene

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