Job Details

Production Operative

Job Description
Production Operative required in Ledbury, paying -13.00 per hour, Temp to Perm Contract, Weekly Rotating Morning and Afternoon Shifts (Monday to Friday).-Pertemps are currently recruiting for Production Operatives on behalf of a well established manufacturer of frozen food based in Ledbury. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy production team on a temporary ongoing basis, with full time hours and weekly rotating shifts. Due to the nature of the products, you will be working in a chilled environment.-

The Role:-As a Production Operative, your duties may include:-
  • Removing packaging and preparing products for production.
  • Separating product and loading products onto hoppers and production lines.
  • Monitoring semi-automated production machinery.
  • Stacking products onto pallets ready for dispatch.
  • Carrying out quality control inspections throughout the production process.
  • Checking products as they pass through the production line and X-ray process.
  • Supporting production lines as part of a team of 4-5 operatives alongside a Line Leader.
  • Working within freezer and warehouse areas where required.
  • Using handheld equipment and supporting forklift operations where appropriate.
  • Loading pallets onto lorries and preparing goods for distribution.
  • Completing paid on site e-learning training using a smartphone.
  • Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
  • Following food safety, quality and health & safety procedures at all times.-
What We're Looking For:
  • Previous production, manufacturing or warehouse experience is beneficial.
  • Good level of spoken and written English.
  • Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Comfortable working in chilled conditions-
  • Comfortable completing repetitive and physically demanding tasks, including manual handling and pallet stacking.
  • Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team.
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn new tasks.
  • Ability to follow instructions carefully and work safely around production machinery.
  • Flexible approach to work and willingness to support different departments when required.
  • Candidates with previous forklift experience are encouraged to apply as additional in-house training opportunities may be available.
  • Flexible to work the weekly rotating shift pattern.
-Hours of Work:
-Weekly Rotating Monday to Friday Shifts:-
  • Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00 (37.5 hours)
  • Week 2: 14:00 - 22:30 (40 hours)-
Pay Rate:
  • -13.00 per hour
  • What's In It For You?
  • Temporary ongoing work with immediate starts available.
  • Full time hours.
  • Weekly rotating shifts.
  • Full induction and training provided.
  • Paid on-site e-learning.
  • Friendly and supportive working environment.
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a successful food production business.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Access to a dedicated local consultant.
  • Pension scheme.
  • 24/7 worker support.
  • Opportunity for ongoing assignments and permanent opportunities.
-To apply for this Production Operative role in Ledbury, please click apply or contact the Pertemps Gloucester Branch on (phone number removed) for more information.