Production Operative

First Recruitment Services; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm

Full-time hours

Supportive team

Immediate starts

Job summary

First Recruitment Services is partnering with a Shoreham-by-Sea based food manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Food Production Operative. This long-term opportunity offers development into a permanent role for reliable, hardworking individuals with prior food production exposure.

You will join a busy production team, with shifts available across AM, PM, and Night slots. The role emphasizes hygiene, safety, and meeting daily targets in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food production or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and meet production targets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, and assemble food products using production machinery.
• Handle raw ingredients and follow production specifications.
• Operate within strict food hygiene and safety procedures.
• Carry out quality checks throughout the production process.
• Move products and ingredients safely around the facility.
• Clean equipment and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Food production experience

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Are you an experienced Food Production Operative looking for a long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position?

We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and well-established food manufacturing business based in Shoreham-by-Sea. Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their production team with reliable and hardworking individuals who have previous experience working within food production, manufacturing, or a fast-paced production environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable employer offering competitive pay, ongoing training, and genuine long-term career prospects.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of £13.14 - £14.27 per hour
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
• Full-time hours with regular shifts
• Supportive team environment
• Immediate starts available

Your duties will include:

• Preparing, mixing, and assembling food products using production machinery and equipment
• Handling raw ingredients and following production specifications
• Operating within strict food hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Carrying out quality checks throughout the production process
• Moving products and ingredients safely around the production facility
• Cleaning equipment and maintaining high housekeeping standards
• Working efficiently to meet daily production targets

Available shifts include:

• AM Shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm
• PM Shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Night Shift: 10:00pm - 6:00am

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience within food production, food manufacturing, production, or a factory environment
• The ability to work in a fast-paced setting and meet production targets
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices
• A reliable and positive approach to work
• Good teamwork and communication skills

Please note: Previous food production or manufacturing experience is preferred and candidates with relevant experience will be prioritised.