Production Operative
CV-LibraryMelksham, WiltshirepermanentPosted: 29 May 2026
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As a Production Operator you will operate in a Food Processing environment using machinery and equipment involved in the production of cream-based products, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards throughout the production process.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operate production machinery for cream manufacturing.
* Monitor production processes, filling, and packaging, to ensure smooth operation.
* Perform routine quality control checks.
* Record production data and maintain accurate batch documentation / traceability.
* Ensure all production activities comply with procedures, food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
* Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and work areas before and after use.
* Identify and report machinery faults.
* Able to perform some PPM duties.
* Follow all health and safety procedures.
Qualifications & Skills:
* Previous experience in dairy or food production advantageous.
* Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards advantageous.
* Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate, monitor, and adjust machinery including fault identification and corrective action.
* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and in a team.
* Basic computer literacy for data entry and reporting.
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to stand for extended periods.
* Capable of lifting.
* Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (during summer-time it can get very hot).Company pension
Discretionary Annual Bonus, Health Scheme 23-25 days Holidays, No Bank Holiday working, Staff events, Xmas party etc. Up to 7 days sickness paid
Hours: Monday to Friday 6.00 to 14:30 or 8.00am to 16:30 rotating weekly, requirement to start at 05:30 subject to workload.
Salary: Starting rate £ 27,300 to £27,800 per annum, with further incremental increases subject to training
As a Production Operator you will operate in a Food Processing environment using machinery and equipment involved in the production of cream-based products, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and efficiency standards throughout the production process.
Key Responsibilities:
* Operate production machinery for cream manufacturing.
* Monitor production processes, filling, and packaging, to ensure smooth operation.
* Perform routine quality control checks.
* Record production data and maintain accurate batch documentation / traceability.
* Ensure all production activities comply with procedures, food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
* Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and work areas before and after use.
* Identify and report machinery faults.
* Able to perform some PPM duties.
* Follow all health and safety procedures.
Qualifications & Skills:
* Previous experience in dairy or food production advantageous.
* Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards advantageous.
* Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate, monitor, and adjust machinery including fault identification and corrective action.
* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and in a team.
* Basic computer literacy for data entry and reporting.
Physical Requirements:
* Ability to stand for extended periods.
* Capable of lifting.
* Comfortable working in temperature-controlled environments (during summer-time it can get very hot).Company pension
Discretionary Annual Bonus, Health Scheme 23-25 days Holidays, No Bank Holiday working, Staff events, Xmas party etc. Up to 7 days sickness paid
Hours: Monday to Friday 6.00 to 14:30 or 8.00am to 16:30 rotating weekly, requirement to start at 05:30 subject to workload.
Salary: Starting rate £ 27,300 to £27,800 per annum, with further incremental increases subject to training