Production Operative

Barfoots of Botley; Pagham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Highfield qualifications training

Job summary

Barfoots of Botley in Chichester and Pagham is seeking reliable Production Operators to join our teams. This active role involves working in a temperature-controlled fresh-food facility, standing for long periods, and supporting busy production lines with care and teamwork.

You will prepare fresh produce, sort and pack, carry out quality checks, monitor line performance, and perform basic equipment checks. Full training provided; entry-level welcome.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and dependable approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to follow food-safety, hygiene and health-and-safety procedures.
• Ability to undertake manual handling and remain standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh produce for production and packing.
• Sorting and grading products against agreed quality standards.
• Packing, sealing and labelling finished products.
• Carrying out visual quality checks and reporting concerns promptly.
• Monitoring line performance, output and product quality.
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and minor adjustments.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Following company health and safety procedures and reporting risks.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety

Manual handling

Good communication

Strong work ethic

Job description

We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Production Operators to join our teams in Chichester and Pagham. We welcome applicants with different levels of experience, from people beginning a career in food production to experienced operators who can set up machinery, run complex production lines and support other team members.

Working environment: This is an active role within a busy fresh-food manufacturing facility. Production areas are temperature controlled and are normally maintained at approximately 3°C-5°C. The role involves standing for extended periods, some manual handling and, depending on experience, working with automated production and packaging equipment. Appropriate clothing, equipment and training will be provided.

Requirements & What you'll be doing: As part of our Production team, you will help us produce safe, high-quality products while meeting daily production targets. Your responsibilities may include:

• Preparing fresh produce for production and packing
• Sorting and grading products against agreed quality standards
• Packing, sealing and labelling finished products
• Carrying out visual quality checks and reporting concerns promptly
• Monitoring line performance, output and product quality
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and minor adjustments
• Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping
• Following company health and safety procedures and reporting risks

Experienced operators may also be responsible for:

• Running two or more complex production or packaging machines
• Carrying out basic planned maintenance activities
• Overseeing the safe and efficient operation of a production line
• Supporting and guiding production operatives and agency colleagues
• Ensuring production records are complete, timely and accurate
• Using production information to identify problems and improve performance

For all applicants, we are looking for:

• A positive attitude and dependable approach to work
• A strong work ethic and commitment to completing each shift
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Close attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment
• A willingness to follow food-safety, hygiene and health-and-safety procedures
• The ability to undertake manual handling and remain standing for extended periods

Previous food-production or manufacturing experience is helpful but is not essential for entry-level appointments, as full training will be provided.

An exciting time to join Barfoots! With our continued growth and on-going development, there has never been a better time to join us. At Barfoots, we're passionate about producing high-quality fresh vegetables for leading UK retailers. Every day, our Production teams play a vital role in ensuring our products are prepared, packed and delivered to the highest standards.

Why join Barfoots?

• Investors In People Silver Award status.
• Company pension scheme
• 24/7 Online GP access
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Benefits Platform
• Development opportunities
• Discounted leisure membership
• Discounted vegetable box scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
• Committed to Sustainability