Food Production Operatives

Role overview

You will work across multiple departments and must be flexible, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, chilled environment handling all meat products (including non-halal).

Shift patterns

* AM shift: 05:45 - 13:45

* PM shift: 14:00 - 22:00

* You must be available to work 2 or more shifts per week as and when required

Pay rates

* Standard rate: 13.24 per hour

* Overtime rate: 19.86 per hour

Key duties & responsibilities (departmental rotation)

1) Assembly Department ( Line Work)

* Working on the production line assembling products accurately to specification

* Following portion control and product build guidelines

* Keeping pace with line speeds while maintaining quality standards

2) Packing Department (Packing / Stacking Finished Products)

* Packing finished products into correct packaging

* Stacking and palletising packed items safely and neatly

* Labelling checks and basic quality checks (e.g., seals, product appearance, correct packs)

3) Bakery Department (Base Making / Tray Loading for Assembly)

* Making dough bases in line with production requirements

* Handling cooked bases and placing them into trays ready to go to the assembly department

* Maintaining hygiene and preventing product damage during handling

General responsibilities (all departments)

* Working to food safety, hygiene, and health & safety rules at all times

* Cleaning work areas and equipment as required (including end-of-shift cleans)

* Manual handling (lifting trays/boxes) and standing for long periods

* Reporting any product faults, safety issues or equipment concerns

Requirements

* Must be 18 years or over

* Must have the legal right to work in the UK

* Willing and able to work with all meat products including non-halal

* Comfortable working in a chilled production environment

* Flexible to work across different departments as required

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

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