Waste Management Operative - Food Manufacturing

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Waste Management Operative to join a food manufacturing team. The role involves collecting and disposing of waste while ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Candidates must be reliable, able to work independently or in a team, and available to work outdoors in all weather conditions. This position offers a pay rate of £13.96 per hour and the chance for a full-time role with the company after successful completion of duties. Interviews will occur the week of 05/01/2026.

Qualifications

• Must be available to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience in waste management or food manufacturing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect, segregate, and dispose of waste materials in line with procedures.
• Ensure waste areas are emptied, cleaned, and maintained regularly.
• Monitor waste levels and report any issues to the supervisor.

Skills

Reliability

Ability to work independently

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.