Production Operator

Premier Foods; West Down; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company pension

Five weeks holiday

Employee discount

Canteen on site

Staff shop

Cycle to work

Training opportunities

Job summary

Premier Foods in Lifton, Devon is seeking a Production Operator to join our production team. You’ll operate machinery, manage shift handovers, and help keep lines safe, efficient, and compliant, contributing to high-quality product output.

The role requires a proactive, team‑oriented individual with good communication and basic computer skills. It offers a rotating 3-on, 4-off pattern, 36 hours per week, with competitive pay and career development opportunities within Premier Foods.

Qualifications

• Must have strong health and safety awareness.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy to operate systems and equipment.
• Flexibility to work on a rotating shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and equipment to support daily production targets.
• Carry out effective shift handovers and communicate clearly with team members.
• Maintain a safe working environment and take prompt action to prevent accidents.
• Keep equipment clean and hygienic, using CIP systems where required.
• Work closely with engineering teams to minimise downtime and maintain high standards.
• Accurately complete all required compliance documentation.
• Continuously look for ways to improve processes, safety, and efficiency.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Proactive attitude

Communication and teamwork

Basic computer literacy

Flexible shift pattern

Job description

Based in Lifton, Devon, PL16 0BB

Starting Salary: £526.78 per week

Shift Pattern: Rotating 3‑on, 4‑off days and nights, averaging 36 hours weekly

Join the Ambrosia Team in Lifton as a Production Operator

Ambrosia, based in the heart of Lifton, Devon, has been crafting much-loved products for over 100 years. We're proud of our rich heritage, but we’re also a modern, forward-thinking site with advanced technology, automation, and a passion for doing things the right way. What truly sets us apart is our people — ambitious, collaborative, and committed to making Ambrosia a great place to work.

We’re currently expanding our production team and looking for motivated individuals to help us continue delivering quality products that our customers love.

Why Join Us?

At Ambrosia, we believe in investing in our people. If you’re looking for a team-focused environment where you’ll be supported, trained, and rewarded — this could be the role for you.

You should apply if you:

• Enjoy working as part of a team
• Want to learn new skills and grow within a dynamic production environment
• Are looking for a role where your hard work is recognised and rewarded

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Production Operator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our production lines run smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

You’ll:

• Operate machinery and equipment to support daily production targets
• Carry out effective shift handovers and communicate clearly with team members
• Maintain a safe working environment and take prompt action to prevent accidents
• Keep equipment clean and hygienic, using CIP systems where required
• Work closely with engineering teams to minimise downtime and maintain high standards
• Accurately complete all required compliance documentation
• Continuously look for ways to improve processes, safety, and efficiency

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong awareness of health and safety
• A proactive attitude and ability to work independently
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Basic computer literacy to operate systems and equipment
• Flexibility to work on a rotating shift pattern

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £526.78 per week and rising after completing training requirements.
• Great working conditions and regular breaks
• Company pension scheme with life assurance
• Five weeks' holiday (pro-rata) plus bank holidays
• A range of staff benefits including:
• Employee discount scheme
• On-site subsidised canteen
• Staff shop
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to training and development opportunities, including in-house and corporate courses through Premier Foods

If you're ready to be part of a team that takes pride in what they do and works together to achieve great results, we’d love to hear from you.

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.