Job Description
Job Title: Factory Operative
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: 4 days on, 3 days off
Pay Rate: £12.40 per hour
Grow your future with us
Are you someone who takes pride in doing a job well? Do you enjoy working in a hands-on role, staying active, and being part of a close-knit team? If you’re reliable, willing to learn, and care about quality, you could be just who we’re looking for.
At Vitacress, we believe in supporting people to grow—whether that’s herbs or careers. You don’t need previous experience in a factory or warehouse (though it’s a bonus if you do). What matters most is your attitude. We’ll provide all the training you need to thrive in your role.
We\'re currently looking for a FactoryOperative to join our Operations team. You’ll be part of a team that gets our fresh herbs from farm to fork—working alongside our Line Leaders and Machine Operators to grade, weigh, and pack products to the highest standards.
It’s an active job, with time on your feet in a busy production area, but you’ll be supported by a welcoming team in a workplace that smells as good as it feels to be part of.
What your day might include:
* Packing herbs with care and attention to detail
* Following food safety and health & safety guidelines
* Supporting your team to hit daily targets and keep things running smoothly
* Making sure everything is labelled, sealed, and packed correctly
* Keeping your workspace clean and safe
* Spotting issues early and speaking up when something’s not right
* Learning to use machinery safely and accurately
* Helping the team stay on track by communicating clearly and positively
* Taking part in improvement projects that help us grow together
What we’re looking for:
* Someone who enjoys working as part of a team
* Basic English-speaking skills
* Willingness to learn and adapt
* Experience in packing, production, or warehouse work is helpful but not essential
The details:
* This is a full-time role on a 4 on / 3 off shift pattern
* Shifts can be up to 12 hours, depending on production needs
* You’ll be working in a warehouse environment with machinery, so safety is always a priority
What you’ll get in return:
* Life Assurance
* Free parking on-site
* 26.5 days holiday
* Access to wellbeing support and 24/7 GP services
* Free hot drinks
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Career progression and internal promotions
* A referral programme for recommending friends to join the team
At Vitacress, we’re proud of the care we put into everything we do—from how we treat our people to how we grow our produce. If that sounds like the kind of place you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply:
Click the “Apply Now” button or get in touch with our friendly recruitment team atTA@Vitacress.com. We’re happy to chat and answer any questions.
Vitacress Herbs, based just outside historic Chichester, West Sussex, is a primary supplier of Herb and horticulture products in the UK. With our 23-acre site covered in specialist glass houses, we take immense pride in our work ensuring our consumers have a fresh, quality product to enhance their home cooking or enhance their garden environment. We take pleasure in ensuring the best possible standards and we will empower you to do the same. From the way we grow our products, to the relationships we maintain with customers, everyone knows exactly what is going on. We are authentic and grounded. At the centre of everything is a trust that you can feel every day at work. From the herbs that are grown on site; to the investment in facilities and the growth of the business; to growing and nurturing out talented employees, growing is truly at the heart of what we do. Join us and become a trusted partner in our business.
Vitacress Herbs, Pagham Road, Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom
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