Food Production Operative

Food Production Operative
Location: Dudley
AM Shift: 5:30am - 2:30pm £12.71 per hour 
PM Shift: 2:30pm - 11:30pm £12.71 per hour (£14.71 after 6pm)
Contract: Temp to perm
Role Overview
As a Food Production Operative, you will work hands-on in the factory production area, supporting the full cycle of food preparation and packaging. You will handle raw food, ingredients, operate basic production equipment (after training), check product quality, weigh and portion items accurately, package finished goods, and ensure all safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare and handle ingredients before they enter the production line (sorting, measuring, portioning)
Support food processing stages including mixing, preparing, filling, and portion control
Weigh products accurately according to production specifications
Pack, seal and label finished food products
Lifting products into machines
Operate basic food production equipment after receiving full training
Perform visual quality checks (appearance, weight, packaging, labels)
Maintain a clean and sanitized workspace, following internal hygiene procedures
Follow food safety standards, including HACCP-based processes
Wear and use protective equipment (factory clothing, hair protection, gloves, hygiene gear)
Report production or quality issues directly to the line supervisor
Work efficiently both independently and as part of a production team
Help load, organize and prepare goods for dispatch and storage when required

Requirements

Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures carefully
Comfortable working in a repetitive, fast-moving manufacturing environment
Able to work on your feet for most of the shift
Willing to learn basic equipment operation through workplace training
Good teamwork and communication skills
A responsible attitude towards hygiene and product quality

Skills & Attributes

Reliable, punctual and hardworking
Ability to work at a consistent pace
Good coordination and precision in manual tasks
Safety-focused mindset
Quick to adapt in a factory setting
Organized and solution-oriented approach