Production Operative Location: Moira Hours: 42.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid break) Salary: £29,000 per annum About the Company Our client is a long-established, family-run business based in Northern Ireland, specialising in the manufacture of high-quality bakery mixes, confectionery ingredients, and related food products. With deep roots in the local community, they pride themselves on delivering consistent quality, trusted expertise, and outstanding customer service to bakeries and the wider food industry. Purpose of the Role To operate machinery and perform tasks in the production and packaging of food products, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency at all times. Key Responsibilities Operate production machinery and ensure consistent, high-quality output Follow all food safety procedures, including GMPs, cleaning schedules, and CCPs Monitor production processes and perform basic testing and quality checks Maintain accurate records and documentation Report any defective materials or food safety concerns to the Production Supervisor Keep work areas and equipment clean and orderly Perform calibration, startup checks, and CCP checks Report equipment faults to maintenance staff Provide cover in the absence of the Production Supervisor Health & Safety Duties Promote and maintain a safe working environment Adhere to all company Health & Safety policies and procedures Report hazards, unsafe practices, incidents, or near misses promptly Use PPE and equipment correctly and responsibly Participate in risk assessments and safety initiatives Requirements Essential: Knowledge of food hygiene standards Ability to work effectively as part of a team Strong communication skills Ability to follow instructions accurately Desirable: HACCP and BRCGS knowledge What We Offer 29 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata) Company pension scheme Life assurance cover Employee discount scheme Employee assistance programme How to Apply To apply for this role, please click the "Apply" button with an up-to-date CV, you can call the Branch and speak to Donna on Reed is proud to be representing this opportunity on behalf of our client Benefits: back shift bonus