About the Role
Join a leading global beverage manufacturing facility as a Production Operative. You will be an essential part of the team ensuring high-quality products are packaged, checked, and ready for millions of consumers.
Role Overview
Job Title: Production Operative
Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing
Location: Forest of Dean
Starting Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Post-Parity Pay Rate: £13.62 per hour (Day & Night) after 12 weeks!
Shift Patterns:o 8-Hour Rotation: Morning (06:00 - 14:00), Afternoon (14:00 - 22:00), Night (22:00 - 06:00)
o 12-Hour Rotation: Day (06:00 - 18:00), Night (18:00 - 06:00)
o (Must be fully flexible to work all shifts and patterns)
Key Responsibilities
Ensure the effective production and packaging of high-quality goods.
Prepare, operate, and clean packaging equipment efficiently.
Perform on-line quality control checks on finished products, components, and syrups.
Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to safety/PPE guidelines.
Assist across cross-functional teams depending on daily production needs.
Handle manual lifting duties safely as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience: Previous production operative experience or background in food/drink manufacturing is beneficial, but not essential-a great attitude is key!
Key Behaviours: Reliable, physically fit for hands-on tasks, flexible across shift patterns, and driven to succeed.
Education: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
Skills: Basic computer literacy and excellent communication skills (writing, speaking, and reading).
Perks, Benefits & Culture
Top-Tier Rewards: Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App for exclusive discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, and cinemas.
Great Time Off: Up to 34 days paid holiday per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
On-Site Perks: Access to an exclusive staff shop, cheap & delicious options at the subsidised canteen, and fully equipped gym access (small monthly fee).
Financial & Mental Wellbeing: Weekly pay to keep your cash flow steady, plus access to Employee Assistance Programmes (counselling & financial advice).
Convenience: On-site free car parking.
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Salary description
£12.71 - £13.62 per hour