Machine Operator in Chichester

We are looking for a proactive and driven Manufacturing Operative to join our fast-paced team at Natures Way Foods. In this hands-on role, you will be at the heart of our production process—ensuring our machinery runs smoothly, customer orders are met to high standards, and safety always comes first.

Shift pattern

• Fixed Days or Nights (7am–7pm / 7pm–7am): You will work 14 days across a 28-day period, following this typical pattern:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday & Thursday

• Rotational Days and Nights (7am–7pm / 7pm–7am): Shifts rotate between days and nights, following the same pattern as above.

• Monday–Thursday Night Shifts (Merston site only): We also offer a Monday to Thursday night shift pattern at our Merston site.

What you get from us

• Salary: £26,186 shift allowance in the sum of £2,323 for working nights or £1,056 for working days and nights
• £3,000 invested in your training from day one
• Free English lessons (if required)
• Employer matched pension up to 5%
• Health cash plan
• Flexible benefits including corporate gym discounts, enhanced maternity & paternity policy and many more
• Access to online GP & life assurance

Responsibilities

• Operating specialised production machinery, ensuring each machine is running effectively and safely at all times.
• Supervising Production Operatives and agency staff working on site.
• Ensuring Health & Safety guidelines/procedures are being adhered to at all times, reporting near misses & any accidents or incidents when they occur.
• Ensuring our customer orders are met to our high standards of quality.
• Reporting any Out of Spec Products/Machinery issues/Non-Conformances to Line Manager promptly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a factory or production environment
• Positive attitude
• Motivated and driven
• Willing to learn

Natures Way Foods is the leading manufacturer of prepared salads, coleslaw and "food-to-go" for supermarkets and retailers, and as such we work closely with farmers across Europe. Our culture is inclusive, and our people are diverse spanning 39 different languages. We operate four manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 400m units per year. It is an exciting time to join Natures Way Foods as we are growing rapidly and there are genuine opportunities to progress within the organisation.

Our Vision

At Natures Way Foods, our vision is to lead the way in fresh- with care, quality, and purpose at our core. We put customers at the heart of what we do and are committed to doing the right thing for our people, communities, and the planet. Driven by innovation and excellence, we deliver the perfect product every time, backed by world-class manufacturing and passionate people. Guided by our six pillars- Customers, People, Product, Planet, Manufacturing, and Value- we are not just making food. We are shaping the future of fresh.

At Nature's Way Food, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to driving innovation and achieving excellence. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and the world we live in.

Interested? Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you. We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship. Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and fairer world. Together, we can become best at fresh.