Production Operator

Weetabix Limited

Burton Latimer

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Shift Allowance

Pension Scheme (double‑matched)

Discounted Weetabix products

Career development opportunities

24/7 counselling service

Flexible work opportunities

Enhanced parental leave

Time off for fertility & neonatal care

Parental support group

Fully stocked kitchens

Job summary

Weetabix Limited is seeking a motivated individual to operate factory machinery safely and efficiently while upholding Health and Safety and Food Safety standards. You will work in a multi-functional team across the plant, with opportunity to develop through training and exposure to various factory areas.

The role supports ongoing safety initiatives, quality control, and continuous improvement projects, and involves completing basic setup and maintenance under supervision, using standard office

Qualifications

Basic Food Hygiene – CIEH Certificated
HACCP Awareness
COSHH Awareness
Manual Handling
Health and Safety Awareness

Responsibilities

Operate machinery per SOPs to ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety compliance
Encourage safety practices by providing constructive feedback among peers
Report hazards using the T-card system
Participate in Risk Assessment reviews as needed
Engage in Performance Management through baton handovers, short interval control, team huddles, and daily operations reviews to improve team KPIs
Support Fuel for Growth initiatives through root cause analysis and improvement projects
Complete basic machine setup and maintenance after training
Utilise basic computer skills, including Office and real-time data capture tools
Adhere to 5S principles and participate in factory audits

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene

HACCP Awareness

COSHH Awareness

Manual Handling

Health & Safety

Job description

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected.

Closing date: Sunday 9th August
Interview process: One Stage Interview
Working pattern: 24/7 Shift Pattern - 42 Hours Per Week Avg.

We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.

The Recipe (About the Role)

The purpose of this role is the effective, productive and safe operation of machinery within the factories ensuring that all Health and Safety policies, Food Safety compliance are followed in line with Standard Operating Procedures. This role will also involve working within a multi-functional team that will mean a requirement to work in all areas of the factory and may require work in other plants. This role should be considered as the first step in your career within Weetabix.

Operate machinery per Standard Operating Procedures to ensure Health and Safety and Food Safety compliance
Encourage safety practices by providing constructive feedback among peers
Report hazards using the T-card system
Participate in Risk Assessment reviews as needed
Engage in Performance Management through participation in Baton Handovers, Short Interval Control, Team Huddles, and Daily Operations Reviews to improve team KPIs
Support Fuel for Growth initiatives through Root Cause Analysis and improvement projects
Complete basic machine setup and maintenance after training
Utilise basic computer skills, including Office and real-time data capture tools
Adhere to 5S principles and participate in factory audits

The Ingredients (What we need from you)

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