Waste Management Operative - Food Manufacturing

The Best Connection Group Limited; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Waste Management Operative in Shrewsbury, UK. The role involves collecting and disposing of waste in a food manufacturing environment, requiring outdoor work in all weather conditions. Key responsibilities include maintaining hygiene standards, supporting recycling efforts, and effective communication with production teams. Ideal candidates will be reliable and hardworking, with experience in waste management being a plus. This role offers the potential for a full-time position after initial engagement.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable and hardworking individual.
• Experience in waste management or food manufacturing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect, segregate, and dispose of waste materials according to regulations.
• Ensure waste bins and areas are maintained to hygiene standards.
• Monitor waste levels and report issues to the supervisor.

Skills

Reliability

Hardworking

Teamwork

Job description

Waste Management Operative - Food Manufacturing

Pay Rate: £13.96 per hour

Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Friday: 7:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team in a waste management role within a food manufacturing environment. This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. The role has the potential to lead to a full-time position with the company. Interviews will take place during the week commencing 05/01/2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, segregate, and dispose of waste materials in line with site procedures and environmental regulations.
• Ensure all waste bins and areas are regularly emptied, cleaned, and maintained to hygiene standards.
• Support recycling efforts by properly sorting recyclable materials.
• Monitor waste levels and report any overflows, contamination, or issues to the supervisor.
• Follow health and safety guidelines when handling waste, including the use of appropriate PPE.
• Maintain cleanliness across site waste zones (internal and external).
• Work closely with production or warehouse teams to ensure timely and efficient waste removal.
• Complete relevant documentation or checklists as required.
• Operate any machinery or equipment related to waste disposal (training provided if required).
• Support the wider facilities or hygiene team as needed.

Requirements

• Must be available to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience in waste management or food manufacturing is desirable but not essential.