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Production Operatives
Location: Telford
Salary: Starting salary of £35,115 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – 12-hour rotating shifts (Days & Nights, including weekends)
A successful and rapidly growing confectionery co‑manufacturer is expanding its high‑performance production team and is looking for talented Production Operatives to join their state‑of‑the‑art facility in Telford.
If you’re hands‑on, technically minded, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same, this is an exciting opportunity to build a long‑term career with a technology‑led manufacturer.
This role would be a great fit for someone who has worked as a Production Technician, Process Technician, Line Technician, Machine Setter, Technical Machine Operator, Packaging Technician, FMCG Technician, Maintenance Operative, or in any role where you’ve been responsible for running, adjusting, or troubleshooting production equipment.
Please note: This is a 2-stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.
Company Benefits:
- Salary: £35,115 rising to £43,486 once key competency levels are achieved.
- Benefits: Health Cash Plan, tech schemes, life assurance, health cover and more.
- Holiday: 5 weeks + 8 bank holidays (after year 1) with holiday pay based on average hours.
- Auto-enrolment pension.
- A long-term career with a rapidly growing, technology-led manufacturer.
The role:
As a Production Operative, you will play a key role in running and maintaining high‑tech, fully automated production lines. You’ll take ownership of your line, ensuring it runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating production processes to defined standards
- Running lines to SOPs, including start‑ups, shutdowns, and changeovers
- Ensuring products meet strict quality requirements
- Completing hourly/daily records and gap analysis
- Supporting continuous improvement and liaising with development teams
- Identifying issues early, problem‑solving, and preventing downtime
- Maintaining excellent Food Safety, Quality, and Health & Safety standards
- Training and supporting other process staff
- Carrying out any reasonable duties within your skill set
What We’re Looking for:
We’re seeking individuals who are:
- Observant with excellent attention to detail
- Confident in escalating issues and challenging to drive success
- Strong communicators who work well within a team
- Methodical, organised, and focused on achieving results
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible to support a 24/7 operation
- Enthusiastic about learning new technologies and improving processes
Experience in food, FMCG, or processing environments is beneficial but not essential.
If you’ve previously worked as a Production Technician, Process Technician, Line Technician, Machine Setter, Technical Machine Operator, Packaging Technician, FMCG Technician, Maintenance Operative, and are someone who enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and thrive in fast‑paced manufacturing settings, then you will feel right at home in this role.
Don’t miss your chance to work with world‑class technology and be part of a forward‑thinking production team. Apply today!
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