Production Operative

NWF Group; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected distribution company in Nantwich seeks a reliable Production Operative. In this role, you will support product packing and assembly within a fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy and quality. Ideal candidates bring prior experience in a production setting, possess strong attention to detail, and have good communication skills. Enjoy competitive pay, extensive training opportunities, and a range of employee benefits including holidays and pension plans.

Benefits

Competitive salary

23.5 days holiday

Training opportunities

Employee discount schemes

Company pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Free refreshments

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production or packing is advantageous.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operating packing and assembly equipment for production targets.
• Preparing, labeling, and packaging products.
• Conducting quality checks for accuracy and integrity.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Numeracy and literacy

Job description

Job Advert

We’re looking for a reliable and detail‑focused Production Operative to join our team. In this role, you’ll support the packing and assembly of products for a range of clients, ensuring everything is completed accurately, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll work as part of a fast‑paced production environment where teamwork and consistency really matter.

Why Boughey?

• £12.35 per hour
• 4 on 4 off day shift 6am to 6pm
• 23.5 days holiday with the option to buy more
• Extensive progression opportunities across the wider group that has 2 other businesses
• Extensive training opportunities with funded accredited courses
• Discounts across shopping, groceries, travel, entertainment, dining, days out, health & beauty and much more!
• Medicash
• Long service awards
• The usual: company pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme, free refreshments, free on‑site parking

Day to Day

• Operating packing and assembly equipment to meet daily production targets
• Preparing, labelling, and packaging products according to customer specifications
• Carrying out quality checks to ensure accuracy and product integrity
• Following safety and hygiene procedures at all times
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area throughout the shift
• Reporting issues or defects to supervisors promptly
• Supporting changeovers between product runs, including cleaning and setup
• Working collaboratively with team members to keep production flowing smoothly

What will you bring?

• Previous experience in a production or packing environment would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in repetitive tasks
• Ability to follow instructions and work to standards
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy for labelling and documentation

Who are Boughey?

NWF Group comprises of 3 key businesses: NWF Fuels, NWF Agriculture & Boughey Distribution. Employing over 1,400 colleagues across the group, we encourage and empower our people to progress and move fluidly through the group, meaning the sky really is the limit when you join us!

What makes Boughey Distribution different?

We store and transport food in a way that is best for our customers, people, communities and the planet! Boasting a 60‑year heritage we are committed to on‑going investment in our facilities, vehicles, systems and our people. We have more than 1.5 million square feet of warehouse space alongside 160 trucks & 365 trailers, and we want you to be a part of it!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.