Food Production Operative

Job description

Food Production Operative — Meldreth — £13.27 per hour — Immediate Start
IMPORTANT: THIS ROLE INVOLVES WORKING IN A COLD STORES
Join a busy food production team in Meldreth as a Food Production Operative, working with fresh and processed meats in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
Please be aware that this role involves working in extremely cold conditions, including handling stock from a cold store. You must be comfortable working in a very cold environment throughout your shift.
This is an immediate-start, ongoing temporary role with the genuine possibility of a permanent position for the right candidate.
Pay: £13.27 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:30–17:30
Contract: Temporary, ongoing (potential to go permanent)
Start: Immediate
About the Role
You'll be part of a hands-on production team, processing meat through each stage of the line, from raw stock to packed and palletised products ready for delivery. Full training is provided, including on the band saw, so previous meat-processing experience is a bonus but not essential.
Please note: Working in a very cold environment is an essential part of this job. This vacancy may not be suitable for anyone who struggles to work in cold temperatures.
Key Duties
Pick unprocessed palletised stock from the cold store

Cut meat to size using a band saw (full training provided)

Pack processed meat to specification

Palletise finished stock ready for dispatch

Operate food production machinery and equipment safely and accurately

Follow HACCP and food safety procedures at all times

Carry out routine quality checks and monitor consistency on the production line

Keep work areas, tools and equipment clean and hygienic

Accurately record production data, including output and any deviations

Work closely with the team to meet daily production targets

What We're Looking For
Willingness to work in a very cold environment

Experience in food production or manufacturing preferred

Band saw experience desirable but not essential — training provided

Basic maths skills for measuring and recording

Good communication and teamwork skills

A proactive, safety-conscious attitude and willingness to learn

Why Apply?
Immediate start with ongoing hours

£13.27 per hour

Genuine opportunity to secure a permanent position

Full training provided — previous meat-processing experience is not essential

If you're reliable, safety-conscious and happy to work in very cold conditions , we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

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