Food Production Operative

Food Production Operative

Location: Meldreth

Salary: £13.27 per hour

Job Type: Temporary / Full-Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 6:30pm

Thursday Start: 7:00am

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for Food Production Operatives to join their busy food manufacturing operation in Meldreth.

This is a hands‑on role within a fast‑paced production environment, involving the preparation, processing and packing of meat products.

Previous experience within food production would be an advantage. Bandsaw experience is desirable but not essential , as full training can be provided.

The Role

Working as part of the production team, your duties will include:

• Handling and moving stock within the production facility
• Picking stock from cold storage areas
• Preparing and processing meat products
• Cutting meat to the required size
• Using production equipment safely
• Packing finished products ready for dispatch
• Building and preparing pallets for delivery
• Carrying out basic quality checksKeeping production areas clean and tidy
• Following food hygiene and health & safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production targets

About You

Our client is looking for candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a food production, manufacturing or factory environment
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Good attention to detail
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• The ability to follow instructions and production procedures
• A willingness to learn and undertake training

Desirable Experience

• Previous meat processing experience
• Experience working in a chilled/cold‑store environment
• Bandsaw experience
• Packing or palletising experience
• Knowledge of food hygiene/HACCP

Bandsaw experience is a bonus and is not essential, as training can be provided.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 6:30pm

Thursday start: 7:00am.

Candidates must be comfortable working these hours and in a physically active production environment.

Pay & Benefits

• £13.27 per hour
• Full-time hours
• Ongoing work
• Monday to Friday
• Potential permanent opportunity
• Training provided

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