Technical Food Process Operator

Market 36 Recruitment are recruiting for a Technical Food Process Operator for our client based in Braintree. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist manufacturer operating unique spray crystallisation technology within a food production environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and monitoring production equipment, maintaining quality and hygiene standards, and ensuring food products are manufactured safely and efficiently. Roles & Responsibilities * Operate and monitor specialist computer-controlled production equipment. * Manufacture food products in line with production, quality, and hygiene standards. * Prepare packaging, labels, and coding to specification. * Store, mix, blend, and package products following GMP procedures. * Carry out product inspection, packing, and metal detection checks. * Palletise, wrap, and label finished goods. * Complete production and food safety documentation accurately. * Carry out cleaning schedules and maintain high housekeeping standards. * Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, food safety, and quality procedures. * Support other departments as required. Experience * Previous experience within a manufacturing, food production, pharmaceutical, or chemical environment. * Experience operating and monitoring automated production equipment. * Knowledge of SCADA, PLC, or similar production systems would be advantageous. * Previous manual handling experience. Skills & Qualifications * Confident using computer-based production systems. * Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office. * Strong communication and teamwork skills. * Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively. * Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * FLT Counterbalance or Bendi licence advantageous but not essential. Hours * 43 hours per week. * Monday to Thursday: 7:15am – 5:15pm. * Friday: 7:15am – 3:15pm. Salary * Up to £35,100 per annum. Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles