Location: Bedfordshire Salary: Competitive, plus shift allowance and overtime opportunities Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Shift-based About the Opportunity We are working with a growing food and drinks manufacturing facility that is looking to recruit reliable and motivated Production Operatives and Senior Production Operatives to join its team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a well-established and forward-thinking business that values safety, quality, and teamwork. You will be part of a fast-paced production environment, playing a key role in maintaining high operational standards across the site. Key Responsibilities Depending on your level of experience, you will be involved in: * Operating and monitoring production and packaging machinery * Performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment * Carrying out routine cleaning to ensure smooth operation of production lines * Recording production data and completing process documentation accurately * Conducting quality checks and ensuring compliance with site standards * Following all company health, safety and food hygiene procedures * Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing ideas for efficiency gains * Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the production area * For senior roles, providing guidance and support to less experienced colleagues About You To be successful in this role, you should have: * Experience within a food or drinks manufacturing or production environment * A good understanding of health and safety procedures and food safety standards (IOSH, HACCP or similar) * Some mechanical aptitude or hands-on experience working with production machinery * A proactive and reliable approach with strong attention to detail * The ability to work shifts, including potential weekends * Good communication and teamwork skills * A willingness to learn and take ownership of your work For senior positions: * Experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity * Confidence in identifying and resolving mechanical or process issues * A focus on continuous improvement and supporting operational excellence What’s on Offer * Full-time, permanent employment * Competitive salary and shift allowance * Overtime opportunities * Ongoing training and development * Career progression within a growing organisation * Supportive and team-focused working culture How to Apply If you have experience in food or drinks production and are looking for a permanent position with long-term opportunities, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV