Production Operative

Westland Nurseries; Offenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in horticulture is seeking a Production Operative to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will work within a modern glasshouse system, engaging in straightforward yet essential tasks such as harvesting, weighing, and operating machinery. Flexibility is key, as hours may vary based on business needs. This position offers the chance to develop your skills in a collaborative environment, ensuring that you contribute to the smooth operation of the production process. If you're practical and motivated, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and conscientious individual.
• Ability to think on your feet and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Harvesting produce mechanically and weighing trays.
• Operating sowing machine and cleaning machinery.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Practical Skills

Tools

Sowing Machine

Computer System

Job description

Production Operative – Modern glasshouse system.

We are looking for a self motivated, practical, flexible and conscientious individual to join our small team. As part of the team operating within our modern glasshouse system most processes are relatively simple, however there will be times where you will need to think on your feet and work collaboratively with your colleagues and other team members.

Working within our operation will involve, but is not limited to.

• 
  Harvesting of produce (mechanically).
• 
  Weighing and moving of trays.
• 
  Operating sowing machine.
• 
  Using computer system for harvesting and sowing (full training provided).
• 
  Cleaning of machinery.

Hours of work are.

Monday - Friday 6am - finish (could be up to 3pm) and rotational Saturdays 6am -11am.

Production Operative – Modern glasshouse system.

Hours may change depending on business needs, flexibility is a must.