Production Operative

We proudly produce Island Delight Jamaican Patties and our mission is to deliver exceptional products with passion, integrity and outstanding service.

We are looking for dedicated Production Operatives to join our team at our Hockley site. This is a hands on role where you’ll be involved in different parts of our production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Depending on work area, your responsibilities may include:
• Cooking fillings and preparing pastry to recipe specifications
• Operating production line machinery safely and effectively
• Checking and recording weights, temperatures, and quality standards
• Cleaning machinery, equipment, and work areas

Packing (High Care & Low Care)

• Wrapping and boxing patties accurately and efficiently
• Conducting product checks, calibration, and metal detection tests
• Ensuring correct labelling and date coding
• Stacking and palletising finished products

Dispatch & Warehouse

• Picking and checking orders ready for delivery
• Loading/unloading stock and completing dispatch paperwork
• Maintaining freezer, chiller, and warehouse areas to required standards
• Supporting customer collections and door sales

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machinery safely
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in following instructions
• Basic numeracy skills (measuring, weighing, scaling batches)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Awareness of health & safety and food hygiene standards
• Ability to work shifts (including Saturdays)
• Basic computer knowledge

Desirable (not essential)

• Food Safety Handling Certification
• HACCP awareness or certification
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay of up to £12.7 per hour + overtime
• Permanent, stable employment in a growing food manufacturer
• Full training provided across multiple areas of the factory
• Opportunity to develop your skills in food production and logistics
• Full schedule of company events – culture is very important to us