Production Operative

ICL Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing company in Somerset is seeking a Production Operative to join their friendly team. In this varied role, you will be responsible for weighing and blending raw materials, packing products, and maintaining safety standards in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should be fluent in English and possess a strong attention to detail. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Must work comfortably in a manufacturing environment.
• Reliable with a strong focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and portion raw materials according to recipes.
• Pack products and prepare pallets for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

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Location: Henstridge, Somerset
Hours: Monday–Friday, 07:30–16:30 (1 hour of breaks)
Reports to: Team Leader & Production Manager

About GreenBest

GreenBest is a dynamic and ambitious manufacturing company supplying high-quality fertilisers and related products to the amenity turf market — including golf courses, football pitches, bowling greens, lawn care providers, and municipal areas. Known for our technical expertise and excellent customer service, we pride ourselves on delivering premium products and building lasting relationships with our clients.

Our operations facility manages the full supply chain — from preparing and manufacturing products to packing, warehousing, purchasing, and dispatch.

The Role

As a Production Operative, you will work as part of a small, friendly team to produce and prepare our product range for customers. The role is varied, with opportunities to learn different processes and rotate between tasks.

The Key Responsibilities:

• Weighing and portioning raw materials and blending mixes according to clear recipe instructions
• Packing products and preparing pallets for shipment
• Loading/unloading deliveries, warehouse storage, and dispatch
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workspace
• Completing production records and reporting any issues
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment

The Requirements:

• Must be fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Friendly, approachable, and a strong team player
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Flexible and adaptable — willing to learn new tasks and processes
• Reliable, with good attention to detail and a focus on quality

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with the potential for grade increases based on performance and skills
• 24 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, including a full Christmas shutdown
• Overtime opportunities
• Early finish options during hot weather
• A relaxed, supportive team culture with opportunities to progress

Easily commutable from: Yeovil, Templecombe, Sherborne, Wincanton, Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Castle Cary, Bruton, and surrounding areas.