Food Production Operative

Job description

Our client based in Hereford is looking for food production operatives to join their team. No experience is necessary, full training is provided on commencement of the assignment.

About the roleAs a food production operative you will be involved in the production and packaging of raw food products. You will work in a fast‐paced, dynamic FMCG factory environment which is noisy and refrigerated in some areas, manufacturing short shelf life products where hygiene standards are critical.

Our client's site operates across two factories:

Factory 1 is responsible for processing, whole bird production and portioning

Factory 2 is responsible for portioning and added value

Duties Include

Weighing, assembling and packing products ready for despatch

Labelling and grading of products

Manual handling which can include lifting equipment and products up to 20 kg

What you need to be successful

Good level of English and basic numeracy skills

The ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively

Good attention to detail and a flexible attitude to tasks

Experience within a production/manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided

About the ClientOur Client is one of the UK's leading food businesses, supplying chicken and turkey to the country's major supermarkets and well‐known restaurants. They own and manage their entire supply chain, from farms to factory and all the way to the customer door, offering careers across a wide range of functions.

Benefits

Pay: £12.21 per hour plus £0.42 shift premium per hour

Exceptional canteen facilities serving hot and cold food

Free on‐site car parking

Discounted staff shop

Secure contract, guaranteed hours and opportunities for overtime

Hours of Work40 hours per week, 05:00–14:00 / 14:00–23:00 rotational shift pattern Monday to Friday.

Important NoticeDue to bird welfare, it is essential that you do not own any avian pets or poultry.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hereford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English