Food production Operative

Position: Food production Operative 2PM-10PM
Location: Ashton-under-Lyne

Kinetic Recruitment are seeking experienced Food Production Operatives to join a fast-paced manufacturing team in Tameside.

Please note that only candidates who meet the mandatory requirements below will be considered. If you do not have strong English and Maths skills AND previous food production experience, we will not be able to progress your application.

As a Food Production Operative, you will be working in a highly fast-paced, targeted factory environment.

Your typical responsibilities will include:

* Packing finished products into boxes

* Lifting bags or boxes weighing up to 25kg

* Conducting quality checks throughout production

* Loading, palletising, and general line support

* Working as part of a team while using your own initiative

* Maintaining a consistent and fast work pace

* Reading documents

* Writing down important information

To be considered for this role, you MUST meet all of the following criteria:

* Previous food production experience - this is essential. Candidates without this experience cannot be offered work for this role

* Strong English communication skills (spoken and written) to read instructions and complete required documentation

* Numerical competency, as you will complete a numerical test during registration

* Ability to work quickly, accurately, and safely in a fast-moving environment

* A team-player attitude with a willingness to support colleagues

* Reliability, good timekeeping, and a proactive work ethic

* Ability to follow instructions from team leaders and supervisors

* Ability to follow Health & Safety guidelines at all times

Job Details:

* Hours:

14:00 - 22:00 only

* Pay: £12.21 per hour

Only candidates who fully meet the essential criteria will be contacted. Applicants who do not meet the requirements may be considered for future opportunities more suited to their experience.

Kinetic plc is a recruitment consultancy with over 40 years of experience delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries