Full job descriptionFood Production OperativeLocation: Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex (Own Transport Required)
Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.51 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Starts Available
About the RoleHRGO Recruitment is currently seeking reliable and hardworking Food Production Operatives to join a well-established, family-owned food manufacturer based in Hatfield Broad Oak. Celebrating its 100th anniversary next year, the company offers a friendly working environment, full training, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for stable weekday work with the potential to secure a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities*Supporting the operation of food mixing machines
*Adding and weighing spices and ingredients as instructed
*Feeding raw materials into production lines
*Packing and labelling finished food products
*Labelling boxes ready for dispatch
*Working efficiently on packing and production lines to meet daily targets
*Carrying out visual quality checks on products
*Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic working environment
*Following food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times
*Supporting colleagues and supervisors to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Working EnvironmentThis role is based within a chilled food production facility. Due to the nature of the products being manufactured, there is a noticeable smell similar to a butcher’s environment, along with strong aromas of spices and seasonings used during production.
Applicants should be comfortable working in this type of environment.
*Chilled food production environment
*Warm clothing is recommended
*No jewellery or facial piercings permitted on the factory floor
*All PPE provided daily
Pay & Progression*Starting rate of £12.71 per hour
*Additional £0.30 per hour upon successful transition to a permanent contract
*Additional £0.50 per hour available through machine training and upskilling
*Potential earnings of up to £13.51 per hour
Benefits*Weekly pay
*Full training provided
*Free sausages every week
*Monthly attendance incentive with the chance to win prizes
*Food van onsite daily at 11:00am
*Full cafeteria facilities including fridge, microwave, seating area and hot drink facilities
*Secure onsite lockers
*Free onsite parking
*Monday to Friday working pattern
*No evening or weekend work
*Friendly and supportive team environment
*Genuine temporary-to-permanent opportunity
What We’re Looking For*Reliable and punctual individuals
*Positive attitude and willingness to learn
*Good attention to detail
*Ability to work on your feet throughout the shift
*Previous production, food manufacturing, warehouse, or packing experience is beneficial but not essential
*Own transport is required due to the location of the site
If you’re looking for immediate work with long-term prospects and a company that invests in its employees, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact HRGO Recruitment for further information.