Production Operative - Grading & Packing

Noble Foods Ltd; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Training and development programmes

Career progression opportunities

Free eye test

Discounted eggs and chicken

Life insurance

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co. is hiring a Production Operative to join our busy site in Lincoln. You will operate egg grading and packing equipment, perform quality checks and help maintain top food-safety standards.

You will work across various shifts with comprehensive training, gain multi-skilled operatives development, and enjoy clear career progression within production teams.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely and follow procedures.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to support production requirements when needed.
• Previous production or food manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate egg grading and packing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure eggs meet company and customer standards.
• Remove damaged, dirty or non-conforming eggs from production.
• Pack and label products accurately to specification.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Support the achievement of daily production and performance targets.
• Complete production records and paperwork accurately when required.
• Report equipment faults, quality concerns and safety issues promptly.
• Assist with stock movement, palletising and product handling activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the production area.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support operational needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Problem solving

Job description

Noble Foods Home of the Happy Egg Co.

Noble Foods is a family-owned company which began in 1920 and includes successful milling, poultry, agriculture, and consumer foods businesses. Within this, Noble Foods owns several successful brands, including the UK’s biggest free-range egg brand the Happy Egg co., Big & Fresh and Purely Organic. In a recent survey by Best Companies we were rated as one of the Top 10 companies to work for in the Food and Drink industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate egg grading and packing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure eggs meet company and customer standards.
• Remove damaged, dirty or non-conforming eggs from production.
• Pack and label products accurately to specification.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Support the achievement of daily production and performance targets.
• Complete production records and paperwork accurately when required.
• Report equipment faults, quality concerns and safety issues promptly.
• Assist with stock movement, palletising and product handling activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the production area.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support operational needs.

Training & Development Opportunities

• Full induction and on-the-job training provided.
• Food Safety and Hygiene training.
• Health & Safety and Manual Handling training.
• Equipment and grading system operation training.
• Quality and compliance training.
• Opportunities to become a trained multi-skilled operative.
• Ongoing development and refresher training to support career growth.

Career Progression

• Clear progression opportunities within the production team.
• Development pathway to Senior Operative, Team Leader and Supervisory roles.
• Opportunities to gain additional responsibilities through cross-training.
• Support to develop leadership and operational skills.
• Internal vacancies promoted to existing employees wherever possible.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• Training and development programmes.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Employee recognition and reward initiatives.
• Overtime when available.
• FREE hot drinks on shift
• FREE life insurance
• FREE eye test every 2 years
• Enhanced Sick Pay Scheme
• Access to Perkbox with a variety of discounts including a monthly freebie from Greggs or Café Nero
• Discounted eggs and chicken
• A Celebration day after 1 years service enjoy an extra day off to celebrate a life event, such as your birthday
• Access to DigiCare + - Annual Health Check, Digital GP Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Health Opinion and Mental Health Consultations.
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Discounted mobile phone contracts
• Share in our success with the People Partnership - after 6 months service you will be eligible for a yearly bonus
• Additional Allowances for First Aiders and Mental Health First Aider

Shift Pattern

Various Shifts / Continental Shifts

Salary

£13.67

What We're Looking For

• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely and follow procedures.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to support production requirements when needed.
• Previous production or food manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Join our team and become part of a business committed to quality, customer service and employee development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for career progression, competitive rates of pay and a supportive working environment. If you're looking for a role where you can develop new skills and build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.