Food Production Operative

Food Production Operative

Plymouth, Devon | £12.71 per hour | 40 hours per week | Monday-Friday, 6am-3pm (1-hour unpaid break) | Permanent, full-time | Career development opportunities

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting committed and hardworking Factory Operatives to join our client's growing production team in Plymouth. This is a permanent, full-time position offering opportunities for development and long-term career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a strong work ethic who are looking for a permanent Factory Operative role with genuine opportunities to develop their skills and progress. We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate reliability, good attendance and a stable employment history.

If you enjoy physical work, take pride in producing high-quality products and want to become part of a supportive team, we'd like to hear from you.

What We Offer

Permanent, full-time employment.

£12.71 per hour.

Monday to Friday shifts.

Genuine opportunities for career progression and development.

Free on-site parking.

28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, pro rata.

Company sick pay after six months' continuous service.

Discount membership after six months' service, providing retail, leisure, fitness and entertainment discounts.

Free annual flu jab.

Employee referral programme.

Supportive team environment.

Key Duties

As a Factory Operative, you'll work across all areas of food production and packaging, helping to produce premium food products to high standards of quality, food safety and customer satisfaction.

This is a fast-paced food manufacturing environment where attention to detail and maintaining high standards are essential.

The role is physically demanding, and you'll need to be comfortable with:

Working in very cold food production environments, with some areas being extremely hot.

Standing for extended periods.

Carrying out regular manual handling tasks, including lifting up to 15kg at a time.

Working at pace to meet production targets.

Maintaining high standards of quality, food safety and hygiene at all times.

This hands-on Production Operative role is suited to individuals who enjoy active work and are prepared to work hard as part of a close-knit team.

Requirements

Essential

Previous food factory, production, manufacturing or warehouse experience.

A strong work ethic and reliable approach.

Good attendance and timekeeping.

Ability to work quickly while maintaining high standards.

Good attention to detail.

A flexible approach to work.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good physical fitness and manual handling capability, including lifting up to 15kg.

Good English and numeracy skills.

Desirable

Previous food manufacturing or food factory experience.

Experience working in chilled or freezer environments.

Experience working to food safety and hygiene standards.

Interested?

If you're looking for a permanent Factory Operative, Food Production Operative or Food Manufacturing Operative role in Plymouth, with opportunities for long-term career development, apply now through Acorn by Synergie.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment