Skilled Operator

Barfoots of Botley Ltd; Bognor Regis; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Benefits Platform

Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Approved training centre for Highfield

Job summary

Barfoots of Botley Ltd. is seeking reliable Production Operators to join our teams in Chichester and Pagham. You’ll help us produce safe, high-quality fresh vegetables by operating and monitoring production lines in a cold, busy facility.

The role involves standing for long periods, basic machine setup, and adherence to food safety and health and safety procedures. Full training is provided, with progression opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous food production experience is helpful but not essential.
• Willingness to follow food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh produce for production and packing.
• Sort and grade products against quality standards.
• Pack, seal and label finished products.
• Carry out visual quality checks and report concerns.
• Monitor line performance, output and product quality.
• Carry out routine equipment checks and minor adjustments.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Follow company health and safety procedures and report risks.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Adaptability

Job description

An exciting time to join Barfoots! With our continued growth and on going development, there has never been a better time to join us.

At Barfoots, we're passionate about producing high quality fresh vegetables for leading UK retailers. Every day, our Production teams play a vital role in ensuring our products are prepared, packed and delivered to the highest standards.

We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Production Operators to join our teams in Chichester and Pagham. We welcome applicants with different levels of experience, from people beginning a career in food production to experienced operators who can set up machinery, run complex production lines and support other team members.

Working environment

This is an active role within a busy fresh food manufacturing facility. Production areas are temperature controlled and are normally maintained at approximately 3°C–5°C.

The role involves standing for extended periods, some manual handling and, depending on experience, working with automated production and packaging equipment. Appropriate clothing, equipment and training will be provided.

What you’ll be doing

As part of our Production team, you will help us produce safe, high quality products while meeting daily production targets.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Preparing fresh produce for production and packing
• Sorting and grading products against agreed quality standards
• Packing, sealing and labelling finished products
• Carrying out visual quality checks and reporting concerns promptly
• Monitoring line performance, output and product quality
• Carrying out routine equipment checks and minor adjustments
• Maintaining excellent standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping
• Following company health and safety procedures and reporting risks

Experienced operators may also be responsible for:

• Running two or more complex production or packaging machines
• Carrying out basic planned maintenance activities
• Overseeing the safe and efficient operation of a production line
• Supporting and guiding production operatives and agency colleagues
• Ensuring production records are complete, timely and accurate
• Using production information to identify problems and improve performance

• Company pension scheme
• Benefits Platform
• Development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
• Committed to Sustainability

What we’re looking for

For all applicants, we are looking for:

• A positive attitude and dependable approach to work
• A strong work ethic and commitment to completing each shift
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Close attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment
• A willingness to follow food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures
• The ability to undertake manual handling and remain standing for extended periodsPrevious food production or manufacturing experience is helpful but is not essential for entry level appointments, as full training will be provided.