Production Operative

Prime Appointments; Witham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Training

Career development

Benefits

Job summary

Prime Appointments is seeking a Bagging Line & Production Operative (Relief) in Witham to join an established production operation. You will perform day-to-day bagging line duties and provide relief cover across core production processes, ensuring safety, quality and efficient dispatch of malt products.

Full training will be provided, with flexible hours and a 6:00am start, 2:30pm finish on weekdays, and the option to cover holiday or sickness across the team.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science at grade C or above.
• Previous experience in manufacturing and production environment.
• Ability to distinguish colour differences by eye.
• Computer literate with good attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work on own initiative.
• Strong quality and safety awareness.
• Good communication and team-focused approach.
• Desirable: Food manufacturing industry qualification.
• Desirable: Minor mechanical or plant repair abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate bagging line equipment safely and efficiently to prepare malt for dispatch.
• Ensure correct transfer of product to the appropriate vehicle.
• Carry out despatch and quality checks, reporting any anomalies to management.
• Operate the pellet mill as required.
• Liaise with the Process Manager for daily task allocation and instructions.
• Operate production plant and equipment; maintain clean and safe areas.
• Complete production records, both computer-based and manual, per quality procedures.
• Carry out general equipment maintenance and report faults.

Skills

Colour vision

Manufacturing experience

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Quality awareness

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

GCSE English/Maths/Science (C or above)

Job description

Bagging Line & Production Operative (Relief Production Operator)

Salary: £31,000 per annum

Location: Witham

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday to Friday

30-minute paid break each day

Flexibility required to work 12-hour shifts during training and when covering holiday or sickness within the production team.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Bagging Line & Production Operative to join an established production operation in Witham. This is a varied, hands-on role combining day-to-day bagging line duties with relief cover across core production processes.

You will be involved in preparing, processing, and dispatching high-quality food based products, playing a key role in ensuring safety, quality, and consistency across the site. Full training will be provided, with the opportunity to develop specialist production skills in a well-structured manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Bagging Line Operative Duties

• Safe and efficient operation of bagging line equipment to prepare malt for dispatch in sack or bulk format
• Ensure correct transfer of product to the appropriate vehicle
• Carry out despatch and quality checks, reporting any anomalies to management
• Operate the pellet mill as required
• Liaise with the Process Manager for daily task allocation and operating instructionsProduction Operative (Relief Cover)

Production Operative (Relief Cover)

• Operate production plant and equipment
• Run production to achieve specified colour and quality standards
• Liaise with barley and malting teams to confirm raw material availability
• Carry out coloured malt runs, including blending and export preparation
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across production and green malt areas, including internal equipment cleaning
• Complete all required production records, both computer-based and manual, in line with quality procedures
• Carry out general equipment maintenance and report faults

General Responsibilities

• Movement and sampling of product to final storage locations as instructed
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and hygiene standards across all work areas

About You

Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above in English, Maths, and Science
• Previous experience within a manufacturing and production environment
• Ability to accurately distinguish colour differences by eye
• Computer literate with good attention to detail
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working on your own initiative
• Strong quality and safety awareness
• Good communication skills and a team-focused approach

Desirable

• Food manufacturing industry qualification
• Ability to carry out minor mechanical or plant repairs

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £31,000 per annum
• Stable weekday working hours with paid breaks
• Full training and structured development
• A varied production role with long-term career potential
• Excellent benefits

If you are looking for a practical, responsible role within a high-quality production environment, we would welcome your application.

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