Production Operative

Manpower UK Limited; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Tewkesbury is looking for an entry-level team member for various production activities. You will operate machinery and ensure quality while adhering to food hygiene standards. Full training is provided. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and is flexible with shift patterns. Competitive salary and additional benefits including training and discounts are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime enhancements

Comprehensive training and development

Pension and holiday entitlement

Staff-discounted dairy products

Cycle to work scheme

Community-focused team

Qualifications

• Must have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision.
• Good level of numeracy skills is required.
• Should possess a positive attitude with high levels of commitment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery producing packed products.
• Pack finished products ready for distribution.
• Maintain high standards of quality throughout production.
• Communicate any issues as they arise.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy skills

Positive attitude

Flexibility in shift patterns

Strong communication

Ability to work on fast lines

Forward thinking

Ability to pass Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Location: Tewkesbury
Hours: Minimum 37.5 hrs/week, 5 days over 7 on a shift rota (multiple start times from 06:00)
Salary From £12.60

About the Role

An initial entry level position into the production environment, the role entails various activities as directed by the management &/or supervisory team. The role includes working across all of the production lines within the Factory. You will be expected to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. You will be required to operate a variety of machinery and equipment in line with company policies and procedures, and full training will be provided. You must adhere to all site policies regarding food hygiene and health and safety*. Due to the nature of the business you will at times be required to work on a flexible basis to cover the needs of the business. You will at all times be responsible for the quality of the product and must report any concerns to the supervisory team.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machinery producing units of packed products;
• Pack finished products at the end of the line ready to send through to distribution;
• Ensure a high standard of quality is maintained throughout the production process;
• Maintain excellent hygiene standards in line with Company procedure;
• Communicate any issues as they arise;
• Follow all Company procedures;
• Adhere to Health and Safety standards;
• Work in a flexible and organised manner;
• Training, coaching and mentoring of any other team members;
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by your Supervisor or Manager;
• Understand and comply with the Company's Health and Safety Policy Statement

What We're Looking For

Skills (Essential):

• Have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy and precision;
• Possess a good level of numeracy skills;
• Positive attitude possessing high levels of commitment and motivation;
• Flexibility to work varying shift patterns and work to tight deadlines;
• A strong communicator able to work well in a team;
• The ability to work on fast moving production lines;
• Forward thinking and possessing a "can do" attitude;
• Ability to pass Level 2 Food Safety

Skills (Desirable):

• Experience of working in a dairy or similar food production sector;
• Knowledge of food production, food hygiene and associated procedures

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary with overtime enhancements above 40 hours
• Comprehensive training and development - build your leadership career
• Pension, holiday entitlement and staff-discounted dairy products
• Cycle to work scheme
• Be part of a supportive, community-focused team at the heart of sustainable dairy