Production Operative

Forza Foods Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fresh produce is seeking a passionate Production Operative to join their team in Sittingbourne. The role focuses on managing product quality and flow, while adhering to company standards. This position offers professional development, a competitive salary, and attractive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

15% Asda In-store Discount

Paid Annual Leave Allowance

Enhanced pension scheme

Life Assurance - 4 x annual base salary

Unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7

Discounted health assessments

Mortgage Advice Bureau support

Care Concierge support

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/packing environment is essential.
• Ability to work methodically and follow instructions.
• Understanding health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing product flow through the line.
• Ensure products are packed and labelled correctly.
• Report defects or poor quality to Line Leader.

Skills

Practical skills

Ability to work quickly

Teamwork

Concentration

Job description

About The Role

Join Our DynamicProductionTeamatIPL Sittingbourne!

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for aProduction Operativeto become a vital part of ourProductionTeamat our Produce facility inSittingbourne. If you are passionate about Production and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Position Details:

• Schedule: 4 on 4 off(Days)- 7am - 7pm
• Location: IPL Sittingbourne - Site Based Role
• Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

As a Production Operative you will assist in managing the product (Fresh Produce) flow through the line, quality sort and dress out defects, ensuring product specifications are met. You will ensure products are correctly packed and labelled to target in line with company and customer expectations and ensure that you report any defects or poor quality to Line Leader.

You will correctly pack finished goods safely, to specification standards and in the correct orientation within each tray and safely stack trays to a required height

What are we looking for?

•Previous experience of working in a fast-paced environment is essential, specifically within a manufacturing/pack house/produce background is desirable.
•You should have good practical skills and the ability to work quickly and methodically and within a team whilst have the ability to concentrate whilst doing repetitive tasks and follow instructions.
•With a ‘Can do’ attitude and proactive approach, you should have an understanding of health and safety policies in the work place and entry level in both written and spoken English.

What's in it for you?

AtIPL, Forza, and Kober, we're dynamic businesses, dedicated to fostering the development of our colleagues and creating an exceptional work environment. We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration to drive our success. To continue our growth, we're seeking individuals who embody our values, culture, and commitment.

In return, we offer opportunities for professional development, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

15% Asda In-store Discount
Paid Annual Leave Allowance – varies depending on shift pattern
Enhanced pension scheme
️ Life Assurance - All our colleagues benefit from life assurance of 4 x their annual base salary
???? Help@hand - Free, direct access to health and wellbeing support service, including unlimited video consultations with a UK-based GP 24/7, physiotherapy, and mental health support
Grocery Aid - We’ve partnered with Grocery Aid to provide our colleagues and their families with a wide range of emotional, practical, and financial support services
Electric Vehicle Scheme*
Asda Mobile Discount - 30% off a wide range of Asda Mobile bundles and add-ons for our colleagues and one of their family members
???? Discounted health assessments - We have exclusively negotiated rates on Self-Pay BUPA Health Assessments for you and members of your household
Asda Pet Insurance discount – Up to 10% Discount
Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) - MAB can provide fee-free*, no-obligation mortgage and protection advice
Exclusive Exchange Rates via Asda Money - our colleagues can get a better exchange rate for their travel money when buying currency through Asda Travel Money (TravelEx)
Ride-to-work scheme - We work with Evans to provide our colleagues with great savings across their range of bikes, clothing, and equipment
️ Care Concierge - The Care Experts. Talk to us - we're listening - Legal & General’s Care Concierge resource
Plus, lots more! Depending on job band, other fantastic benefits are also available including private healthcare, car allowances, and long-term incentive schemes.

Like what you’ve read? Then do your research, update your CV, and once you’re ready, hit the apply button. Don’t delay, apply today!

About Us

Ourpurposehere atIPL, Forza & Koberis simple, we are one team who creates exceptional value for our customers and ourmissionis to supportAsdaon their journey to becoming #2 in the marketplace.

Through our people we live and breathe ourvaluesand we play to our strengths, but we also support each other’s development. We are a community of passionate individuals who possess a wide variety of skills and expertise, who work collectively to form a high performing team and a company to be proud of.

We are committed to a fully inclusive business that is representative of our customers, locations and the communities we serve. We recognise the value in diversity and welcome applications from all candidates regardless of sex, age, race, religion, gender or sexual identity and socio-economic background. We are committed to makingIPL, Forza and Kobera place where everyone can enjoy a successful career and have systems in place to support all our colleagues. We are seeking applications from candidates who share our values, culture and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Our culture is our people and our people are our culture!