Nights - Production Operative weekends

FMCG

Production

Stonehouse GL10 3RL
, UK

Overview

Application

Permanent

Full-time

Are you an experienced production operative looking for a role that genuinely respects your work‑life balance? We're offering a permanent, full‑time position within our busy food manufacturing environment — with the rare benefit of a 4‑day working week and every single weekend off as standard.

Reporting to the Line Leader, you'll play a vital hands‑on role in keeping our production operation running safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. Whether you're operating machinery, carrying out multi‑skilled tasks on the line, you'll be a key contributor to hitting our daily and weekly KPIs.

We know great people have options. Here's what makes this role stand out:

• 4‑day working week — more time for the things that matter
• 48 hours guaranteed every week — reliable, consistent earnings
• c. £36,500 basic salary — competitive pay for skilled operatives
• Every weekend off — plan your life without worrying about rotas
• Permanent role with a stable, established manufacturer
• Supportive team environment with clear lines of communication

You’ll work alongside your production team to ensure the line runs at its best. Key day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Operating and maintaining production machinery to manufacture quality products
• Supporting efficient changeovers and material coordination to maximise output
• Safeguarding food safety and product quality at every stage
• Following defined procedures and working to GMP, HACCP, ISO, allergen and food safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, tidy and hygienic work area — supporting "clean as you go" principles
• Monitoring and minimising waste across floor waste, ingredients, energy, time and people
• Communicating issues promptly to the Line Leader and contributing to improvement plans
• Escalating serious concerns to the Line Leader when required
• Assisting with internal and external compliance audits including QMS, Environmental and Health & Safety checks
• Demonstrating effective teamwork and leading by example to achieve the team's collective goals

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Previous experience in a food manufacturing or FMCG production environment
• A strong understanding of food safety principles (HACCP, GMP, allergen awareness)
• A positive, proactive attitude and genuine commitment to team performance
• Good communication skills — able to flag issues clearly and constructively
• A consistent, reliable approach to quality, safety and hygiene standards
• The ability to work at pace while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

This role requires full adherence to all relevant internal and external standards. These include GMP, ISO, HACCP, allergen controls, environmental checks, food safety audits, QMS and Health & Safety legislation. You will work alongside the management team to ensure the business consistently produces safe, legal and quality products within agreed budgetary targets.

If you're a skilled operative who wants a role that rewards reliability and respects your time outside of work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV and we'll be in touch shortly.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.