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Production Operative – Night Shift
Production Operative – Night Shift
Type: Permanent | Hours: Full-time (48 hrs) – 4 Days On / 4 Days Off | Shift: 6am – 6pm
Salary: Starting at £29,176.42
Looking for more than just a job? Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something fresh?
Right now, we’re on the lookout for motivated, hands-on individuals who want to work in a fast-paced, down-to-earth environment where learning is encouraged, hard work is appreciated, and no two days are the same.
Whether you’ve worked in a factory, warehouse, or production setting—or you’re completely new to this world—we’ll provide full training. All we ask is that you bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in what we do.
Our salads thrive in cool conditions—just like our team. With average factory temps at 5°C, we provide all the gear you’ll need to stay warm and comfortable, along with hot drinks and a great canteen to keep you fuelled.
We’ve got several key roles available on our day shift, each offering solid pay, long-term stability, and room to grow.
Available Roles
Factory Operative – £29,176.42 pa
Keep our production lines moving by feeding materials, packing goods, and supporting your teammates to hit daily targets.
Service Operative – £30,390.36 pa
Take charge of stock control, track product flow, and ensure raw materials get to where they’re needed—accurately and efficiently.
Intake Operative – £33,048.47 pa
Unload deliveries, check materials in, and keep everything traceable and safe—playing a vital role in food safety and supply chain accuracy.
Despatch Operative – £33,048.47 pa
Pick, scan, and prep customer orders using our internal system and PPTs. You’ll be the final step before our products head out the door.
Machine Operative – £36,125.18 pa
Keep our machines humming. You’ll monitor performance, handle basic mechanical tasks, and keep waste low—all while sticking to top food safety standards.
What To Expect
* A face-to-face interview
* Team exercises
* An English language (ESOL) test
* A factory tour to get a real feel for the place
We’ll match you with the role that best suits your strengths—and there are always pathways to grow.
Perks Of The Job
* Life Assurance
* Free Onsite Parking
* Pension Scheme
* 20 Days Holiday
* Employee Discounts
* Health & Wellbeing Support
* Subsidised Transport from Andover
* Access to Training & Development
* Clear Routes for Progression
You’ll Fit Right In If You
* Communicate clearly in English
* Work well under pressure
* Adapt easily to change
* Value teamwork
* Take pride in doing a great job
Ready to grow with us? Let’s talk. Apply today and take the first step in your Vitacress journey.
Vitacress Salads, based in leafy St Mary Bourne, Andover is one of the principal salad and watercress suppliers in the UK. With our own salad leaf farms, we take immense pride in delivering a field to fork operation. We grow, wash, pack and distribute salad and watercress for retailer own brands and our own brand Steve’s Leaves. We take pleasure in ensuring the best possible standard 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 salads 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.
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