Production Operative

Overview

Production Operative – Tewkesbury Production Site

Department: Production • Hours: 37.5 per week (5 shifts over 7) • Location: Tewkesbury Production Site

Join Our Clients Production Team

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced food production environment? Our client is one of the UK\’s leading independent family-owned dairies and is recruiting Production Operatives to join the busy Tewkesbury Production Site. This is an entry-level position offering full training, career progression, and the opportunity to play an important role in producing and packing high-quality dairy products.

Our client:

Established in 1938, our client supports local farmers and communities by delivering the freshest, finest quality products and first-class customer service.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor machinery across production lines.
• Pack finished products and prepare them for distribution.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and quality standards throughout the production process.
• Report any issues promptly to the supervisory team.
• Adhere to all company procedures, food hygiene rules, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive, efficient working environment.
• Carry out other tasks as directed by supervisors or managers.

About you

• Attention to detail with good numeracy skills.
• Flexible, proactive, and able to work varying shifts in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with good communication skills and a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Physically fit – this is an active role involving manual handling.
• Willingness to achieve Level 2 Food Safety certification (training provided).
• (Desirable) Previous experience in food production, dairy, or FMCG manufacturing.

Progression routes

Clear career progression within Production. Routes include Trainee Machine Operator, Process Operator, Laboratory Team, and Hygiene Team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for career progression
• 22 days\’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted products and delivery options
• Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
• Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health (claim back dental, prescriptions, optician fees and more)

To register your interest please submit your CV or contact Alex & Freddie on (phone number removed)