Production Operative

About the Role:

We’re recruiting Production Operatives to join our manufacturing operation in Crick, Northamptonshire. These permanent roles support our Packing team and play an important part in maintaining a safe, high‑quality and collaborative working environment. You’ll play a vital role in the day‑to‑day running of our operation, working as part of a supportive team and ensuring products are made safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards, contributing to the overall success of INSPIRED.

• Shift pattern: 4 on / 4 off (12 hour shifts)
• Shift: Day (06:00-18:00)
• Shift: Night (18:00–06:00)
• Average hours: 42 per week
• Pay – Day: £14.79 per hour plus £1.30 per hour shift allowance
• Pay – Night: £14.79 per hour plus £2.60 per hour shift allowance

• Promote a strong people‑safe culture by following all health and safety policies and procedures
• Report any safety concerns, hazards or equipment damage promptly through the appropriate channels
• Follow production plans and instructions to ensure products are produced and packed using the correct combinations and volumes of work in progress (WIP)
• Maintain high quality standards throughout the production process, in line with food safety legislation, standards and requirements
• Carry out hourly production and quality checks, escalating any issues to the Area Shift Leader or Area Manager
• Follow the Clean As You Go approach to maintain excellent hygiene and housekeeping standards
• Ensure your working area meets hygiene and food safety expectations at all times
• Monitor the performance and effectiveness of machinery and equipment, escalating issues such as breakdowns to the Engineering team where required
• Work efficiently to minimise waste of raw materials, packaging, products, chemicals and water
• Support a culture of continuous improvement by identifying better ways of working
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily operational goals
• Take part in training and support the development of others when required
• Act as a buddy for new starters, offering guidance and support to help them settle into the role

• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment (preferred, but not essential)
• A good standard of education, with strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Able to understand, communicate and record information clearly in English
• Food Hygiene certification (desirable – training can be provided)

• Overtime, enhanced pension, life assurance
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, sick pay, and holiday buy options
• Healthcare cashback plan and fertility testing at home
• Generous discounts on pet food and lifestyle subscriptions
• Retail, gym, electric car scheme, and free onsite parking and charging
• Onsite canteen, free hot drinks, and modern facilities

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and able to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.