Ever wondered what goes into producing one of the UK's most iconic drinks? Step into a high-energy Production Operative role in the Forest of Dean, where your hard work keeps world-class beverage brands moving onto supermarket shelves every day.
About the Role
Join a leading global beverage manufacturing facility as a Production Operative. You will be an essential part of the team ensuring high-quality products are packaged, checked, and ready for millions of consumers.
Role Overview
- Job Title: Production Operative
- Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing
- Location: Forest of Dean
- Starting Pay Rate: -12.71 p/h
- Post-Parity Pay Rate: -13.62 p/h (Day andamp; Night) after 12 weeks!
- Day shift allowance: -17.48 p/h
- Night shift allowance: -29.13 p/h
Shift Patterns:
8-Hour pattern: Morning (06:00 - 14:00), Afternoon (14:00 - 22:00), Night (22:00 - 06:00)
12-Hour pattern: Day (06:00 - 18:00), Night (18:00 - 06:00)
(Must be fully flexible to work all shifts and patterns)
*Shifts will depend based on the client's demand andamp; requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the effective production and packaging of high-quality goods.
- Prepare, operate, and clean packaging equipment efficiently.
- Perform on-line quality control checks on finished products, components, and syrups.
- Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to safety/PPE guidelines.
- Assist across cross-functional teams depending on daily production needs.
- Handle manual lifting duties safely as required.
Qualifications andamp; Requirements
- Experience: Previous production operative experience or background in food/drink manufacturing is beneficial, but not essential-a great attitude is key!
- Key Behaviours: Reliable, physically fit for hands-on tasks, flexible across shift patterns, and driven to succeed.
- Education: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
- Skills: Basic computer literacy and excellent communication skills (writing, speaking, and reading).
Perks, Benefits andamp; Culture
- Top-Tier Rewards: Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App for exclusive discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, and cinemas.
- Great Time Off: Up to 34 days paid holiday per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
- On-Site Perks: Access to an exclusive staff shop, cheap andamp; delicious options at the subsidised canteen, and fully equipped gym access (small monthly fee).
- Financial andamp; Mental Wellbeing: Weekly pay to keep your cash flow steady, plus access to Employee Assistance Programmes (counselling andamp; financial advice).
- Convenience: On-site free car parking.
Ready to Apply?
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