326 Food Production jobs in the United Kingdom

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a nationally recognised health food business, considered to be the leader in its field. Pay rates from £12.21 to £2.57 per hour depending on shifts. The role of Food Production Operative is based in Witham, Essex.

You don't need any experience; we offer full support for you to succeed in your role! First Call Contract Services are an employer of choice for candidates from many backgrounds, such as delivery driver, warehouse, customer service, support worker, retail associate, cleaner and many more.

Why work with First Call?

• Working with First Call Contract Services gives you many additional benefits!
• Money saving offers and discounts at your fingertips
• 24/7 GP helpline
• Discounted Gym membership in over 2500 gyms
• Online Payslip Access
• Personal Insurance

Shifts for Food Production Operatives:

• 06:00 - 15:00
• 15:00 - 00:00

Pay:

• 2.21ph AM shift
• 2.57ph PM shift
• Paid weekly

Main Duties of Food Production Operatives:

• Loading, weighing, grading and palletising stock for a number of the UKs major retailers.
• Working in a fast-paced production and packing line.
• Flexibility towards shifts and availability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to begin a career with a company that offers genuine long-term opportunities and career development.

This job will suit any candidate with experience working at Eat Natural, RM Curtis, Rayners, DHL, or similar employers.

We’re seeking a proactive and reliable Production Operative to join our client’s busy food manufacturing team in Winchester . If you have previous experience in food production and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

• Operate production equipment and follow recipes accurately
• Maintain excellent hygiene and “clean as you go” standards
• Perform regular quality checks and complete all documentation correctly
• Work collaboratively to meet production targets and deadlines

• Previous experience in food manufacturing or FMCG (training provided)
• Strong attention to detail with good literacy and numeracy skills
• Food Safety and/or Health & Safety qualifications are a plus

Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:45 (Day shifts only)

• Full-time, permanent, or temp-to-perm positions available
• Supportive team and great working environment
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in the food manufacturing industry
• Starting from £12.50/hour

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a nationally recognised logistics business, considered to be the leader in its field. Pay rates from £12.30 per hour. The role of Food Production Operative is based in Fordham, near Newmarket.

You don't need any experience; we offer full support for you to succeed in your role! First Call Contract Services are an employer of choice for candidates from many backgrounds, such as delivery driver, warehouse, customer service, support worker, retail associate, cleaner and many more.

Why work with First Call?

• Working with First Call Contract Services gives you many additional benefits!
• Money saving offers and discounts at your fingertips
• 24/7 GP helpline
• Discounted Gym membership in over 2500 gyms
• Online Payslip Access
• Personal Insurance

Shifts for Food Production Operatives:

• 14:00 to 22:00
• Monday to Friday

Pay:

• £12.30 per hour
• Paid weekly

Main Duties of Food Production Operatives:

• Loading, weighing, grading and palletising stock for a number of the UK's major retailers.
• Working in a fast-paced production and packing line.
• Flexibility towards shifts and availability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to begin a career with a company that offers genuine long-term opportunities and career development.

This job will suit any candidate with experience working at Direct Table, Two Sisters, Daleshead Foods, Amazon, or similar employers.

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for a Food Production Operative for our client based in Hartlepool, the role is ongoing and will be made permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing, packing, and labelling food products
• Operating machinery and equipment safely
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
• Following health & safety and food safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet production targets

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in Food Production is preferred, though any Manufacturing experience would be considered
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Willingness to work in a chilled environment
• Flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic

Pay Rate:

• £14ph - £19ph with overtime

Working Hours:

• Mon-Thurs
• 6am-4pm

How to Apply:
To apply, please attach your CV to this advert. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch shortly to discuss next steps.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Connect Appointments are currently recruiting reliable and motivated individuals to join our client's team in Rosyth as Food Production Operatives .

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• Ongoing work with the potential for permanent employment
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.62 to £18.93 - paid weekly
• Flexible shifts - both full-time and part-time available

AVAILABLE SHIFTS?

Full-Time (Rotating 2-week pattern):

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday | 06:00 to 18:00
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday | 06:00 to 18:00

Part-Time:

• Monday to Friday | 16:30 to 22:30

ABOUT THE JOB!

Working as a Production Operative you will be a key player, working on the food production line ensuring a smooth production process, and above all, quality is maintained. As such, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Picking and Packaging of customer orders
• Ensuring that all items that are loaded/unloaded match the relevant paperwork
• Reporting any damaged/missing items to Warehouse Managers/Supervisors
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy and maintaining warehouse equipment
• Storing and distribution of produced items
• Assisting with warehouse inventory controls
• General warehouse and labourer duties

WHAT YOU NEED?

To be successful within this production position you will ideally have previous experience in a warehouse, production, manufacturing or other fast-paced environment - food processing experience is advantageous. Combined with:

• Good physical strength and fitness
• Excellent team-working skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Great organisational and record-keeping skills
• The ability to work effectively under limited supervision

Interested? Apply now or give us a call on .

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• Develop and implement robust hygiene management systems.
• Manage and train the site hygiene team.
• Oversee all cleaning schedules and procedures for production areas, equipment, and facilities.
• Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure compliance.
• Monitor and control the use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Investigate hygiene-related non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety legislation and standards.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies.

• HACCP Level 3 or higher certification.
• Experience in a similar hygiene management role within the food industry.
• Thorough understanding of food safety standards (e.g., BRC, HACCP).
• Strong knowledge of cleaning chemicals and sanitation techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Connect Appointments are currently recruiting reliable and motivated individuals to join our client's team in Rosyth, Fife as Food Production & Hygiene Operatives.

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

• Ongoing work with the potential for permanent employment
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.62 to £18.93 - paid weekly
• Flexible shifts - full-time and part-time available across multiple shifts

AVAILABLE SHIFTS?

• Shift One : A rotating 2-week shift pattern of:
• Week One: 2-days on, 2-days off, 3-days on - working 6am to 6:30pm
• Week Two: 2-days off, 2-days on, 3-days off - working 6am to 6:30pm

• Shift Two: Full-time day shift hours:
• Monday to Friday (with an early Friday finish) - working 7am to 4pm

• Shift Three: Part-time back shift role:
• Monday to Friday - working 6pm to 10pm OR 6:30pm to 10:30pm

ABOUT THE JOB!

Working as a Production/Hygiene Operative you will be a key player, working to ensure a smooth production process, and above all, quality is maintained. As such, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Picking and Packaging of customer orders
• Ensuring that all items that are loaded/unloaded match the relevant paperwork
• Reporting any damaged/missing items to Warehouse Managers/Supervisors
• Keeping the warehouse environment clean and tidy and maintaining warehouse equipment
• Storing and distribution of produced items
• Assisting with warehouse inventory controls
• General warehouse and labourer duties
• Clean all floors, walls and machinery - this will at times require working in confined spaces and at heights
• Complete daily paperwork; liaising with other areas to ensure customer requirements are met
• Undertake any reasonable tasks as required and directed by management

WHAT YOU NEED?

To be successful within this production/Hygiene position you will ideally have previous experience in a warehouse, production, manufacturing or other fast-paced environment - food processing and/or food hygiene experience is advantageous. Combined with:

• Good physical strength and fitness
• Excellent team-working skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Great organisational and record-keeping skills
• The ability to work effectively under limited supervision
• A valid forklift license is advantageous - but not essential
• Previous experience in confined spaces is advantageous but not required - full training is provided

Interested? Apply now or give us a call on .

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Food Production Staff

Blue Arrow is looking for motivated & reliable staff to join busy teams in TQ12 areas

Plenty of training in the role and all employees are trained in Food Safety, Manual handling and will be provided with a certificate

You would need to be living near or have own transport car/bike etc

When you join the team, you'll be ready to work in a fast-paced environment that involves.

· Handling ingredients (this will include raw and cooked meats)

· Working on production lines & standing for long periods of time

· Using machinery

· Working in hot & cold environments

· Weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients

· Cleaning - washing up, cleaning machinery, equipment, floors etc

· Completing paperwork and recording data

You will receive full training

Hours: 42.5 hrs p/w. Standard Shift 7.30am - 4.30pm £12.25 - £15.31 per hour depending on the shift

Weekly pay

Pension options

Holiday pay

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Food Production Operative - Days  

Hourly Rate - £12.37

Shift Pattern

07:00-18:00, working 7 days in every 14 days with every other weekend off working 36 hours per week

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday

Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday

Why 2 Sisters?

When you join 2 Sisters, you will become part of one of the UK’s largest food manufacturers, with an annual turnover of £.5billion+, over 17,000 people and covering more than 20 sites. Our Rogerstone factory is one of the largest in Europe, specifically designed for producing chilled recipe meals.

What you’ll get

Immediate start; opportunities for progression; up to 33 days holiday per year; staff shop; subsidised hot food canteen; regular overtime; onsite free parking; 2 Sisters high-street discount platform.

About the role

As a member of the production team, you will be responsible for collecting the equipment and components (e.g. sauces, rice, proteins) to supply and feed the line. You will replenish the production depositors while ensuring the equipment and your workstation are kept safe, clean and tidy at all times. You will also be required to assist on the assembly line as and when required.

What we’re looking for

The ability to work well within a team and follow processes, a “can do” attitude and great attention to detail.