Production Operative

Construction, Property and Engineering; Mistley Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Production Operator role in Manningtree within a leading food manufacturing operation. You will run production lines, assist with assembly and packing, and ensure products meet specification and are delivered on time.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, maintaining high safety and quality standards, completing paperwork, and reporting hazards or breaches to your supervisor.

We value teamwork, independence, and flexibility with shift patterns to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Safety-focused and compliant with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Run production lines at optimum speed and assist with assembly and packing.
• Collaborate with planners, supervisors, and operators to meet schedules and training.
• Maintain health and safety directives and food regulations.
• Keep the production area clean and tidy with 'clean as you go'.
• Complete paperwork accurately and perform Food Safety Quality Checks.
• Report hazards, near-misses and breaches to supervisor or line manager.

Skills

Industry knowledge

Communication

Pace & pressure

Independence

Safety mindset

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.

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