Production Operatives - Afternoon Shift

Sofina Foods Europe; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Life insurance

Company pension

Health & wellbeing programme

Canteen facilities

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Sofina Foods Haverhill is seeking a reliable Production Operative for the afternoon shift to uphold quality, safety, and efficiency on the production floor. You will assist with preparing, assembling, and packing food products while maintaining high hygiene standards and traceability.

Competitive hourly pay of £12.80, with benefits and opportunities for development within a fast-paced manufacturing environment at Haverhill, Suffolk.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and precise when completing paperwork and compliance checks.
• Good communicator who can work professionally across teams.
• Safety-conscious with a strong sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Process and pack food products in line with required standards in a food factory setting.
• Follow all procedures around Safety, Hygiene, Quality, Quantity, and Cost.
• Operate equipment and support changeovers as trained, contributing to smooth production flow.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Keep work areas clean and organised in line with the ‘Clean As You Go’ policy.
• Complete monitoring checks and paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Proactively report hazards, defects, or near misses to the Line Optimiser.
• Ensure all products, racks, and dolavs are properly labelled for traceability.
• Support team goals by working flexibly across different areas of production.
• Escalate any production issues and help drive resolution.
• Comply with all company systems including Hellenic procedures.
• Carry out all reasonable tasks as requested by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team communication

Safety conscious

Flexible/adaptable

Job description

Summary

A Key Role in Delivering Quality, Safety, and Efficiency on the Production Floor

The Role

Sofina Foods Haverhill is looking for a reliable, hands-on Production Operative to join our high-performing manufacturing team on the afternoon shift. This role is essential to maintaining the quality and consistency of our products, while supporting our strong focus on safety, hygiene, and efficiency. Working as part of a fast-paced production environment, you’ll play a vital role in preparing, assembling, and packing food products to the highest standards. If you take pride in precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement – we want to hear from you.

Pay: £12.80 an hour

Your Key Responsibilities

• Process and pack food products in line with required standards in a food factory setting
• Follow all procedures around Safety, Hygiene, Quality, Quantity, and Cost
• Operate equipment and support changeovers as trained, contributing to smooth production flow
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and adhere to food safety regulations
• Keep work areas clean and organised in line with the ‘Clean As You Go’ policy
• Complete monitoring checks and paperwork accurately and promptly
• Proactively report hazards, defects, or near misses to the Line Optimiser
• Ensure all products, racks, and dolavs are properly labelled for traceability
• Support team goals by working flexibly across different areas of production
• Escalate any production issues and help drive resolution
• Comply with all company systems including Hellenic procedures
• Carry out all reasonable tasks as requested by management

The Ideal Candidate

• Comfortable working in a busy, hands-on production setting
• Detail-oriented, especially when completing paperwork and compliance checks
• A good communicator who can work professionally across teams
• Willing to learn and flexible in approach – able to adapt to different tasks and areas
• Safety-conscious with a strong sense of responsibility

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive hourly rates
• Paid breaks
• Access to our Online Benefits Hub
• Life insurance & company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Canteen facilities
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• A culture where commitment, teamwork, and high standards are valued and rewarded

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company—it’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meat and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold:

to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, Day Shift, No Weekends

Location

Haverhill, Suffolk

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB