Production Operative / Food Manufacturing Factory Operative / FMCG

AWD online; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A sourcing and food processing company is seeking a full-time Production Operative in Hull. Responsibilities include handling and packing seafood products, operating machinery, and ensuring food safety. Candidates should have a basic understanding of food hygiene and strong communication skills. Previous experience in food production is desirable. Training is provided, and applicants should submit their CV for review.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or factory operations is desirable.
• Team-leading experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Handling, preparing, and packing seafood products according to specifications.
• Safely operating production line machinery with training provided.
• Carrying out regular quality checks for product standards.
• Following food hygiene and safety procedures.
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production targets.
• Maintaining a clean and organized working environment.
• Providing support across different areas of production.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and legal standards.

Skills

Good understanding of written and spoken English

Strong communication skills

Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Basic awareness of food hygiene standards

Job description

Job Overview

FMCG Food Manufacturing Production Operative / Factory Operative who has a basic understanding of food hygiene with ideally experience working in a factory or food manufacturing environment is required for a well-established sourcing and food processing company that focuses on sustainable practices and supplies a number of major supermarkets in the UK.

On-the-job training provided

Salary: £12.71 per Hour

Location: Hull, East Yorkshire

Job type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working hours: 08:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday

Responsibilities

• Product Preparation & Processing: Handling, preparing, and packing fresh seafood products in line with customer specifications
• Machine Operation: Safely operating production line machinery and equipment (full training provided)
• Quality Assurance: Carrying out regular quality checks to ensure products meet required standards before leaving the production line
• Food Safety & Hygiene: Following strict food hygiene and safety procedures, including correct use of PPE, handwashing, and sanitisation routines
• Teamwork: Working as part of a close-knit team to meet daily production targets and maintain efficiency
• Housekeeping: Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment at all times, following the “clean as you go” policy
• Flexibility: Providing support across different areas of production when required, including packing, labelling, and dispatch
• Compliance: Ensuring all activities comply with company policies, GMP, and legal food safety standards

Candidate Requirements

• Good understanding of written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Basic awareness of food hygiene standards
• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or factory operations is desirable (team-leading experience is advantageous but not essential)

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

Job reference: AWDO-P13864

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