Production Operative, FTC

Maldon Salt is a fourth-generation family-owned business with almost 145 years of craftsmanship at its heart. Our unique pyramid shaped sea salt flakes have been hand-harvested using the same traditional methods since 1882 and are recognised globally as the finest of sea salts, exporting to over 60 countries worldwide. Trusted by chefs and cooks around the world and recognised by the Royal Household, we have proudly held the Royal Warrant as official purveyors of sea salt since 2012.

Today, Maldon Salt combines this unique heritage with innovation—remaining true to our roots whilst inspiring new generations of food lovers with an expanding portfolio of salts and seasonings..

As a business, we take our corporate social responsibility to our customers, partners, and our ourselves seriously, continually seeking ways to reduce our environmental impact. This includes initiatives such as lowering carbon emissions and using carbon-balanced packaging. In partnership with the World Land Trust, Maldon Salt supports global conservation efforts, helping protect threatened habitats and wildlife with every box produced. This ongoing commitment reflects our dedication to global environmental sustainability and responsible business practice s.

Location Essex, England Vacancy Type Full Time / Temporary Final date to receive applications Friday, October 23, 2026 About the Organisation

Maldon Salt is a fourth-generation family-owned business with almost 145 years of craftsmanship at its heart. Our unique pyramid shaped sea salt flakes have been hand-harvested using the same traditional methods since 1882 and are recognised globally as the finest of sea salts, exporting to over 60 countries worldwide. Trusted by chefs and cooks around the world and recognised by the Royal Household, we have proudly held the Royal Warrant as official purveyors of sea salt since 2012.

Today, Maldon Salt combines this unique heritage with innovation—remaining true to our roots whilst inspiring new generations of food lovers with an expanding portfolio of salts and seasonings..

As a business, we take our corporate social responsibility to our customers, partners, and our ourselves seriously, continually seeking ways to reduce our environmental impact. This includes initiatives such as lowering carbon emissions and using carbon-balanced packaging. In partnership with the World Land Trust, Maldon Salt supports global conservation efforts, helping protect threatened habitats and wildlife with every box produced. This ongoing commitment reflects our dedication to global environmental sustainability and responsible business practice s.

As an operative, you work as part of the operations function to manufacture/package and distribute Maldon Salt products by effective operation of plan, equipment, and systems, in primary and secondary areas.

• Ability to safely drive a counterbalance forklift to handle salt bags from racking to salt hoppers
• The use of barcode scanners and barcode label printers to support Fusion Capture
• Ability to safely service the packing room staffing with packaging components for scheduled orders.
• Preparation of required components for the next shift to ensure smooth operations.
• Operate and maintain associated equipment in primary and secondary areas of operation to known standards in terms of quality and efficiency
• Complete shift/weekly checks of all plant and equipment
• Complete quality inspection of materials/finished products
• Ensure product change overs are undertaken correctly
• Ensure product produced meets product specification
• Maintain effective communication with team members/ line management
• Follow site escalation procedures in the event of…