Warehouse Operative

Job description

Job Title: Production Operative / Production Line Worker (Warehouse Operative)

Location: Royston, Hertfordshire

Employment Type: Ongoing/Temp to Perm

Salary Detail: £13.00 per hour

Job Description

REC Source is recruiting Production Operatives / Production Line Workers / Warehouse Operative for our client's food production facility in Meldreth, Royston, Hertfordshire.

We are looking for reliable and hardworking Warehouse Operative (s) who can work efficiently in a busy food production environment and maintain high standards of food hygiene, product quality and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily production line duties to meet production targets and requirements.
• Pack, unpack, label and prepare products for storage or distribution.
• Operate meat band saw machinery where required, following appropriate training, authorisation and safety procedures.
• Maintain stock levels and ensure products are handled and stored correctly.
• Check products and packaging for quality, accuracy and visible defects.
• Load, unload and move stock safely, including items weighing up to 20kg.
• Carry out daily cleaning and wash-down procedures for machinery, equipment and work areas.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and workplace safety.
• Follow company procedures relating to food safety, quality control, manual handling and health and safety.
• Wear the required uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report equipment faults, damaged products, stock discrepancies and potential hazards to management.
• Work effectively with colleagues and supervisors to meet daily production requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a food production or manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Previous meat band saw operating experience is desirable.
• Ability to carry out practical production duties and follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 20kg throughout the working day.
• Good understanding of, or willingness to follow, food hygiene and health and safety procedures.
• Willingness to carry out regular cleaning and wash-down duties.
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a busy production environment.
• Willingness to wear the required uniform and PPE.
• Must follow all ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Royston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

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