Role Title: Skilled Production & Operations Roles
Location: Leigh (WN7)
Job Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: £27,219.18 - £33,498.76 per annum
Working Hours: Shift patterns vary depending on the role
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About the Role
JDR are recruiting for multiple permanent positions with one of Leigh's largest and most reputable food manufacturing companies. These opportunities do not come around often, making this an excellent chance to join a well-established business offering long-term stability and career development.
We are currently hiring for a range of skilled production, hygiene, and kitchen roles across different departments. Successful candidates will play a key part in ensuring the safe, hygienic, and efficient production of high-quality food products while maintaining excellent manufacturing standards.
Available roles include:
* Multiskilled Operative (Days) - Continental Shift 06:00 - 18:00 - £27,742.66
* Multiskilled Operative (Nights) - Continental Shift 18:00 - 06:00 - £31,361.90
* Multiskilled Operative (Rotating) - Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 - £31,361.90
* Cookhouse Technician (Rotating AM/PM) - Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 - £33,498.76
* Hygiene Operative - Fri-Sun 06:00-18:00 & Mon 06:00-14:00 - £31,823.81
* Yard & Facilities Hygiene Operator - Monday-Friday 06:00-14:00 / 14:00-22:00 - £27,747.40
* Kitchen Assistant (Sandwich Making) - Mon-Thurs 09:00-18:00, Fri 09:00-13:00 - £27,219.18
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Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary depending on the role but may include:
* Operating and monitoring production or packing machinery
* Processing and preparing finished goods ready for dispatch
* Maintaining high food safety, hygiene, and quality standards
* Following health & safety procedures and good manufacturing practices (GMP)
* Cleaning and sanitising production equipment and factory areas
* Conducting basic checks, reporting faults, and escalating issues where necessary
* Supporting investigations into production or quality issues
* Managing waste, yard areas, and site hygiene where applicable
* Assisting with food preparation and kitchen duties in catering roles
* Working collaboratively with team leaders and colleagues to ensure efficient operations
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What We're Looking For in a Candidate
We are looking for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ideal candidates will have:
* Previous food production, manufacturing, hygiene, or kitchen experience - minimum 1 year in any of the listed roles (preferred but not essential for all roles)
* A strong understanding of health & safety and food hygiene standards
* The ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
* Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
* Flexibility to work shift patterns depending on the role
* Reliability and a strong work ethic
Sound like the role for you? ... Click "Apply" now and one of the team will be in touch.
JDRBolton
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.