Pay: £12.21 per hour Job description: Production Operative Durham Area £12.21 per hour Monday Thursday | 06:00 15:00 // Friday | 06:30 15:30 We are currently recruiting for a Production Operative to join a well-established food manufacturing operation based in the Durham area. This is a physically demanding, hands-on role working within a fast-paced production environment. You will be working across multiple areas of the production process, supporting the manufacturing of food products from raw ingredient stage through to finished goods. The Role: You will be involved in various stages of the production process, including: Weighing and preparing ingredients Mixing batches using industrial whisks and paddles Monitoring product consistency and quality Manual handling of materials (regular lifting up to 25kg) Transferring product between production areas Assisting with small amounts of packing and labelling Ensuring strict hygiene and food safety standards are maintained at all times Cleaning down equipment and workstations in line with food production regulations You will rotate across different areas of the production floor depending on daily production requirements, so flexibility and a proactive attitude are essential. Requirements: Level 2 Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (essential) Ability to lift up to 25kg safely and consistently Comfortable with repetitive and strenuous manual work Good attention to detail and ability to follow process instructions Reliable with good timekeeping A DBS check will be required for successful candidates Previous production or food manufacturing experience preferred Whats on Offer: £12.21 per hour Monday to Friday working hours Bank Holiday Work no weekends 3-month structured training programme provided Full PPE supplied Except safety Shoes Stable, ongoing opportunity This role would suit someone who enjoys practical, physically active work and takes pride in maintaining high production and hygiene standards. Apply now for immediate consideration. Job Type: Temp to perm