Production Operative

Novara People are recruiting for a Bagging Operative / Production Operative to join an established manufacturing business in Leeds. This is a hands-on production role working within a busy manufacturing environment. You’ll be involved in the final stages of the production process, ensuring finished material is correctly weighed, bagged, sealed, labelled and prepared for storage or despatch. The role will involve working around production machinery and handling materials, so we’re looking for someone who is comfortable in an industrial environment, can follow processes accurately and isn’t afraid of a physical day’s work. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm Flexibility: Must be available to work 12-hour shifts during busy/peak periods Day-to-day duties will include: Operating and monitoring bagging/packing equipment Filling bags with finished product to the required weights Weighing, sealing and labelling finished bags Checking products meet the required quality standards Preparing finished goods for storage and despatch Moving raw materials and finished products around the production area Supporting with loading/unloading and general material handling Monitoring stock and reporting any shortages or issues Keeping production and bagging areas clean and organised Following strict Health & Safety and manufacturing procedures Assisting other areas of production when required Skills: Previous production, manufacturing, bagging or warehouse experience would be beneficial Comfortable working in a physical, industrial environment Able to follow instructions and production processes accurately Good attention to detail, particularly when weighing and labelling products Reliable with a strong work ethic Happy working as part of a production team Flexible to work 12-hour shifts during peak periods when required