Production Operative - Day Shift

Vitacress; Andover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitacress, a leading supplier of fresh produce, is seeking Production Operatives for day shifts. The role involves hands-on tasks in a dynamic environment, with opportunities for growth and training provided. Successful candidates will enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive workplace culture focused on quality and teamwork.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Free Onsite Parking

Pension Scheme

20 Days Holiday

Employee Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Support

Subsidised Transport from Andover

Access to Training & Development

Clear Routes for Progression

Qualifications

• Motivated individuals ready to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in the work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Keep production lines moving by feeding materials, packing goods, and supporting teammates.
• Ensure raw materials get to where they’re needed accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Teamwork

Communication

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

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Production Operative – Day Shift

Production Operative – Day Shift

Type: Permanent | Hours: Full-time (48 hrs) – 4 Days On / 4 Days Off | Shift: 6am – 6pm

Salary: Starting at £25,555.53

Looking for more than just a job? Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something fresh?

Right now, we’re on the lookout for motivated, hands-on individuals who want to work in a fast-paced, down-to-earth environment where learning is encouraged, hard work is appreciated, and no two days are the same.

Whether you’ve worked in a factory, warehouse, or production setting—or you’re completely new to this world—we’ll provide full training. All we ask is that you bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in what we do.

Our salads thrive in cool conditions—just like our team. With average factory temps at 5°C, we provide all the gear you’ll need to stay warm and comfortable, along with hot drinks and a great canteen to keep you fuelled.

We’ve got several key roles available on our day shift, each offering solid pay, long-term stability, and room to grow.

Available Roles

Factory Operative – £25,555.53 pa

Keep our production lines moving by feeding materials, packing goods, and supporting your teammates to hit daily targets.

Service Operative – £26,957.84 pa

Take charge of stock control, track product flow, and ensure raw materials get to where they’re needed—accurately and efficiently.

Intake Operative – £29,615.95 pa

Unload deliveries, check materials in, and keep everything traceable and safe—playing a vital role in food safety and supply chain accuracy.

Despatch Operative – £29,615.95 pa

Pick, scan, and prep customer orders using our internal system and PPTs. You’ll be the final step before our products head out the door.

Machine Operative – £32,671.73 pa

Keep our machines humming. You’ll monitor performance, handle basic mechanical tasks, and keep waste low—all while sticking to top food safety standards.

What To Expect From The Process

• A face-to-face interview
• Team exercises
• An English language (ESOL) test
• A factory tour to get a real feel for the place
  
  

We’ll match you with the role that best suits your strengths—and there are always pathways to grow.

Perks Of The Job

• Life Assurance
• Free Onsite Parking
• Pension Scheme
• 20 Days Holiday
• Employee Discounts
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Subsidised Transport from Andover
• Access to Training & Development
• Clear Routes for Progression
  
  

You’ll Fit Right In If You

• Communicate clearly in English
• Work well under pressure
• Adapt easily to change
• Value teamwork
• Take pride in doing a great job
  
  

Ready to grow with us? Let’s talk. Apply today and take the first step in your Vitacress journey.

About Us

We are one of Europe's leading suppliers of fresh produce, specialising in watercress, salads and fresh herbs.

Established in Hampshire 1951, we became part of the RAR Group in 2008. We have a proud heritage of market-leading innovation including the introduction of living herbs, and baby leaf salads, and market-defining salad leaves including bagged watercress, rocket and baby spinach. We have a wide range of customers in the UK, both under supermarket own brands and Steve's Leaves, we are branded market-leaders in Portugal and also operate in Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. We employ 1500 people across Europe. We're passionate about promoting the use of fresh produce, which is why we have introduced the Herbilicious and Wild for Watercress campaigns, as well as participating in the Make More of Salad campaign run by the British Leafy Salad Association.

We have farms in the UK, Portugal, Germany and Spain, and a global sourcing network to ensure that, no matter what the season, we supply the freshest, tastiest, healthiest, most exciting products on the market. We are determined to leave things better than we found them, and as such we have set up the Vitacress Conservation Trust to promote the well being of the unique chalk stream habitats where many of our watercress sites are based.

Please visit our sustainability section to learn more about our work and our partners.

Culture Close to the Soil

The Vitacress team has one goal; to provide the freshest, tastiest, healthiest and most exciting produce throughout the year. Inspired by our heritage and pioneering spirit, we constantly strive to bring new ideas to the market.

We win customers’ trust by delivering the best in quality, service and ethical standards. Our people care for and endeavour to protect and enhance nature, our growing business and the communities in which we work.

This Translates Into The Company Values

Always deliver quality - We take pride in ensuring our product is of the best possible standard.

Do the right thing - From the way we grow our products, to the relationships we sustain with client, everyone knows exactly what is going on. At the centre of everything is a trust that has been built over years of excellent service.

Nurture the future - From the herbs and salads that are grown on site. To the investment in facilities and the growth of the business. We're focussed on always improving our offer and ourselves, leading the way forward.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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