Food Production Operative (Food Production SG8)

Overview

Reference
Food Production SG8

Salary
£13.27 - £13.27/hour

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- Meldreth

Job Type
Temporary

Posted
22 September 2026


Food Production Operative

Location: Meldreth
Salary: £13.27 per hour
Job Type: Temporary / Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:30pm
Thursday Start: 7:00am

The Opportunity

Our client is looking for Food Production Operatives to join their busy food manufacturing operation in Meldreth.

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced production environment, involving the preparation, processing and packing of meat products.

Previous experience within food production would be an advantage. Bandsaw experience is desirable but not essential, as full training can be provided.

The Role

Working as part of the production team, your duties will include:

  • Handling and moving stock within the production facility

  • Picking stock from cold storage areas

  • Preparing and processing meat products

  • Cutting meat to the required size

  • Using production equipment safely

  • Packing finished products ready for dispatch

  • Building and preparing pallets for delivery

  • Carrying out basic quality checks

  • Keeping production areas clean and tidy

  • Following food hygiene and health & safety procedures

  • Working as part of a team to meet daily production targets

About You

Our client is looking for candidates who have:

  • Previous experience in a food production, manufacturing or factory environment

  • A reliable and hardworking attitude

  • The ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Good attention to detail

  • Good teamwork and communication skills

  • The ability to follow instructions and production procedures

  • A willingness to learn and undertake training

Desirable Experience

  • Previous meat processing experience

  • Experience working in a chilled/cold-store environment

  • Bandsaw experience

  • Packing or palletising experience

  • Knowledge of food hygiene/HACCP

Bandsaw experience is a bonus and is not essential, as training can be provided.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 6:30pm

Thursday start: 7:00am.

Candidates must be comfortable working these hours and in a physically active production environment.

Pay & Benefits

  • £13.27 per hour

  • Full-time hours

  • Ongoing work

  • Monday to Friday

  • Potential permanent opportunity

  • Training provided

Apply Now

If you have previous food production or factory experience and are looking for ongoing work in the Meldreth area, we would like to hear from you.

Please contact Michael O’Hare on 01462 670666 or email michael.ohare@irweb.co.uk for more information or to apply.


Contact information

Michael O'Hare