Skilled Food Production Operative

ctrg; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company in Pontypool is seeking a Skilled Food Operative. The role involves supporting production by performing various operational tasks, adhering to hygiene and safety standards, and maintaining a clean working environment. Ideal candidates will have previous food or manufacturing experience and demonstrate flexibility across different roles. Competitive pay at £12.74 per hour. This is a temp to perm position.

Benefits

Flexible Pay Employer with Wagestream

Qualifications

• Positive, adaptable, and reliable team member.
• Takes pride in cleanliness and quality.
• Communicates respectfully and clearly with others.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Operate machinery safely and maintain a clean working area.
• Complete all relevant production paperwork accurately.

Skills

Experience in a food or manufacturing environment

Ability to operate basic machinery

Understanding of health & safety practices

Flexibility across roles and teams

Job description

Are you looking for your next opportunity to become a Skilled Food Operative? We have the perfect opportunity for you to start in Pontypool, NP4 0JJ.

Payrate and shifts as a Skilled Food Operative:

Standard pay: £12.74 p/h

Typical working hours as a Skilled Food Operative:

5am-5pm

7am-7pm

9am-9pm

4 on 3 off basis

You Role as a Skilled Food Operative

• To support safe, efficient, and high-quality production by performing a range of operational duties across multiple lines.
• The Skilled Production Operative will be flexible in role placement, actively contribute to cleanliness and compliance, and be trained to carry out at least two key skill-based tasks as required by the business.
• Carry out a variety of operational tasks across different points of the production workflow.
• Demonstrate flexibility by moving across lines and tasks depending on operational needs.
• Operate machinery safely and in line with training and procedures.
• Accurately complete all relevant production and compliance paperwork.
• Maintain a clean and safe working area at all times - clean-as-you-go is everyone's responsibility.
• Take ownership of assigned cleaning duties as part of daily operations.
• Adhere to hygiene standards and assist in end-of-shift clean-downs as required.
• Follow all health & safety, hygiene, allergen, and quality requirements consistently.
• Report any issues or hazards to Line Lead or FLM promptly.
• Wear the correct PPE and follow site safety rules at all times.
• Participate fully in training plans and demonstrate competence in new tasks.
• Achieve and maintain proficiency in at least two key skills, as identified by the business.
• Support the upskilling of others by sharing knowledge where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support team targets.
• Follow all reasonable management requests and contribute to a positive, respectful team culture.
• Be punctual, reliable, and proactive in supporting shift and business performance.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a food or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Able to operate basic machinery and complete paperwork accurately.
• Good understanding of health & safety and hygiene practices.
• Able to work flexibly across different roles and teams.
• Willingness and ability to complete multi-skilling and cross-training.

Personal Attributes

• Positive, adaptable, and reliable team member.
• Takes pride in cleanliness, quality, and contributing to team success.
• Open to learning and taking on new tasks and responsibilities.
• Communicates respectfully and clearly with others.
• Approachable and cooperative across shifts and departments.

This is a temp to perm role

If you have any questions contact us on 01495 350026

Location: Pontypool, NP4 0JJ

We're a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Wagestream... (benefit description trimmed for brevity)

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

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