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Production operative

Finedon
Keelings
Production operative
Posted: 18 October
Offer description

Purpose of the Role

To work as part of a high‑performing production team, ensuring the manufacture of high‑quality food products in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. The role involves operating on production lines, assembling, packing, and handling products while maintaining excellent standards in food safety and hygiene.


Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Health & Safety & Food Safety Compliance

* Ensure compliance with all UK health & safety regulations, ensuring all team members wear the correct PPE and follow safe working practices.
* Ensure the site is audit‑ready at all times and maintain an audit‑ready culture.
* Promote and uphold a clean and organised workspace, following “clean as you go” policies and general manufacturing best practices (GMP).
* Ensure the correct and effective use of machinery, reporting any damage or malfunctions to the Engineering team immediately.
* Enforce compliance with food safety, food hygiene standards, and customer specifications, ensuring all colleagues follow protocols.
* Ensure work areas meet hygiene and allergen control requirements.

Production & Quality

* Operate production line tasks, including feeding raw materials into machinery, assembling products, and packaging goods according to customer specifications.
* Ensure all work meets food safety and quality control standards, promptly reporting any issues to the Team Leader.
* Conduct basic quality checks (e.g., product weight, packaging integrity) and elevate concerns where necessary.

Efficiency & Waste Reduction

* Work efficiently to meet production targets, minimising downtime and waste.
* Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure maximum efficiency on the line.
* Suggest improvements to processes and practices where applicable.

Teamwork & Flexibility

* Attend training and team briefings to stay updated on operational changes.
* Work cross‑functionally across the operation to support shifting business needs.
* Carry out other reasonable duties as required to meet business needs.

Role Specification and Technical Competencies

* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow food safety and quality procedures at all times.
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced and physically demanding environment.
* A team player with good communication skills.
* Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
* Experience in food production or FMCG is preferred but not essential (full training provided).
* A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Behavioural Competencies

* Drive for Results
* Be Responsible, Ensure Accountability
* Teamwork & Collaboration
* Learn to Grow


Qualifications

* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow food safety and quality procedures.
* Ability to work in a fast‑paced and physically demanding environment.
* A team player with good communication skills.
* Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
* Experience in food production or FMCG is preferred but not essential.
* A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.


Benefits

On‑site fitness centre, Pensions, Money‑back guarantee, Workshops, Edisons training, 10% discount.


Company Values

* People Matter
* Teamwork
* Integrity
* Passion for Achievement


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