Production Operative

Posted 17 August 2025
Salary £13.68 - £14.53 per hour inc. shift allowance
LocationPeterborough
Job type Temporary ongoing
Discipline Food Production
ReferenceJ1965

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and diligent Production Operative to join our team. The Production Operative will be responsible for various tasks including baking, mixing, packing biscuits, stacking pallets, and ensuring the quality of our products.

Shift Patterns

The Production Operative will work a 3 shift Rotation – 1 week on each. 6-2pm / 2-10pm / 10pm-6am - shift rotates in reverse e.g. Nights - Lates - Days

Competitive Pay

Production Operative - Pre AWR - Monday - Sunday to first 37.5 hours £12.21 per hour, Over 37.5 hours weekly £18.32, additional £1.47 per hour shift allowance when working all 3 shifts on rotation. (Pre 12 weeks 1 x 30 Minute break unpaid.)

Production Operative - Post AWR - Monday - Sunday to first 40 hours £12.97 per hour, Over 40 hours weekly £19.08, additional £1.56 per hour shift allowance when working all 3 shifts on rotation. (Post 12 weeks all breaks paid.)

Role Responsibilities

  • Baking, mixing, and packing biscuits within a dusty environment

  • Stacking pallets and labeling products

  • Ensuring products meet quality standards

  • Lifting up to 25kg and standing for long periods

  • Maintaining a clean and safe workspace

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred

  • Ability to lift up to 25kg and stand for extended periods

  • Computer literacy for recording and tracking production data

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to product quality

Day-to-day

  • Mixing and baking biscuit dough

  • Packing and labelling finished products

  • Operating machinery and equipment as required

  • Following health and safety protocols

  • Working as part of a team to meet production targets

Benefits

  • Club Quest Membership: Access a variety of health and financial wellbeing benefits.

  • Great Progression Opportunities: Grow your career with us!

  • Flexible Working Rotas.

  • Full PPE Provided: Work safely and comfortably.

  • Free Onsite Parking: Convenient access to your workplace.

  • Weekly Pay: Enjoy pay every Friday.

  • Temporary to Permanent Opportunities: Potential for a long-term career.