Production Operative

Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site canteen

Permanent position

Full training and development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited in Wolverhampton (WV5) is seeking Production Operatives / Machine Operators for a leading food manufacturing company. This hands-on role offers training, long-term opportunities and a chance to grow machine operating and setting skills in a fast-paced environment. You must be practical, reliable and eager to learn on the job. Opportunities for a permanent position are available.

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on experience with production or processing machinery is essential.
• Food manufacturing experience is highly desirable.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production and processing machinery.
• Set and adjust machinery as required.
• Maintain your designated production section.
• Carry out regular quality checks on products.
• Follow hygiene, safety and food safety procedures.
• Complete production paperwork accurately.
• Work to production targets and maintain quality.
• Support colleagues across production when needed.
• Keep work area clean, tidy and safe.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Hands-on experience

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Willing to learn

Reliable

Shift flexible

Tools

Basic computer systems

Job description

Owen Payne Recruitment is recruiting Production Operatives / Machine Operators for a leading food manufacturing company based in Wolverhampton (WV5).

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, is not afraid to get stuck in and wants to build a long-term career within food manufacturing.

We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, good attention to detail and a willingness to learn. You don't need to know everything from day one, but you must be willing to get involved, learn the machinery and take pride in doing a good job.

The Role

• Operating and monitoring production and processing machinery
• Setting and adjusting machinery when required
• Looking after your designated production section
• Monitoring the production process and keeping machinery running efficiently
• Carrying out regular quality checks on the product
• Checking product appearance, weight, quality and packaging
• Identifying and reporting faults or issues with machinery
• Making basic adjustments to maintain production quality
• Keeping your work area clean, tidy and safe
• Carrying out cleaning duties and maintaining high hygiene standards
• Completing production paperwork and recording information accurately
• Following food safety, hygiene and Health & Safety procedures
• Working to production targets and maintaining consistent quality
• Supporting colleagues and other areas of production when required
• Taking pride and responsibility for your section and equipment

What We're Looking For

• Someone who is practical and mechanically minded
• Previous hands-on experience working with production or processing machinery is essential
• Experience as a Machine Minder, Machine Operator, Fryer Operator, Peeler Operator, Food Production Operative or similar
• Food manufacturing experience is highly desirable
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence working around machinery
• Good computer literacy, with the ability to use basic computer systems for recording information, completing documentation, and accessing relevant production data.
• Someone who is hands-on and not afraid to get stuck in
• Good attention to detail and quality-focused approach
• Strong work ethic and reliable attitude
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Willing to learn new machinery and processes
• Comfortable carrying out cleaning and housekeeping duties
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of food hygiene and Health & Safety
• Flexible to work rotating 12-hour day and night shifts

What We Offer

• Up to £18.71 per hour once fully trained
• Opportunity for a permanent position
• Full training and development
• On-site canteen
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to develop your machine operating and setting skills

Working Hours

Days: 6:00am – 6:00pm

Nights: 6:00pm – 6:00am

If you're an experienced Machine Minder, Fryer Operator, Peeler Operator or Food Production Operative looking for a hands-on role where you can learn, develop and take ownership of your section, we'd love to hear from you.