Production Operative

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Cumbria - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 20-10-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Production Operative

Location: Carlisle
Hours: 4 on 4 off (12h shifts)
Pay rate: starting from 12.30 shift allowance
Contract: Temporary to Permanent


Were recruiting Production Operatives to join a well-established food production site helping to maintain smooth and efficient operations across a busy high-volume environment.
This is a great opportunity to work in a modern facility where product quality safety and teamwork are top priorities. Youll play an important role in making sure packaged goods are prepared to high standards and delivered on time.

Key responsibilities:
  • Rotate between various workstations on the production line
  • Monitor product quality and enter accurate data into digital systems
  • Work as part of a team to meet daily packing targets
  • Follow strict hygiene and food safety standards at all times
  • Carry out quality checks including metal detection procedures and record results
  • Make routine operational decisions within your area of responsibility
  • Ensure correct packaging coding and labelling of products
  • Plan for product or line changes and communicate effectively with colleagues
  • Operate packing machinery and automated equipment safely
  • Clean production and packing areas to the required hygiene standards
  • Complete relevant documentation for traceability and compliance

About you:
  • Good attention to detail and awareness of quality standards
  • Positive proactive approach to teamwork and daily tasks
  • Previous experience in a food production or packing role is desirable
  • Understanding of food safety hygiene and health & safety procedures
  • Able to work with minimal supervision and make decisions confidently
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
  • Willing to learn new processes and follow training
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced production-focused environment
If youre looking for a reliable long-term role within the food manufacturing sector apply now and join a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Apply today or for more information please contactRaluca Mateionor email
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Production OperativeLocation: CarlisleHours: 4 on 4 off (12h shifts)Pay rate: starting from 12.30 shift allowanceContract: Temporary to Permanent Were recruiting Production Operatives to join a well-established food production site helping to maintain smooth and efficient operations across a busy h...
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Key Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Six Sigma
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean
  • Management Experience
  • 5S
  • Operations Management
  • Production Planning
  • Production Management
  • Kaizen
  • Supervising Experience
  • Manufacturing

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