Job Description

Overview:
Manufacturing Operative | Regular Salary Reviews | Career Growth | Chichester
Looking for a job that keeps you moving, supports your development, and gives you real opportunities to grow? At Nature's Way Foods, we've got all that - and more. Join us as a Manufacturing Operative and be part of a fast-paced, friendly team where your hard work helps us to become the best at fresh!
Shift Pattern - Rotating Days & Nights
We run a consistent 28-day rolling shift pattern with both day and night shifts (7am-7pm and 7pm-7am):

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday
• Then it repeats - 14 working days every 28 days, giving you a mix of full rest days and extended breaks.

What's in It for You?
We believe hard work deserves great rewards:

• Annual salary: 26,186 (13.08 per hour) - 27,512(13.74 per hour)
• Shift allowance: 1,056 per year (extra 50p per hour)
• Overtime paid at 1.25%
• Free English lessons (if needed)
• Clear paths for progression - grow into a Skilled Operative or leadership role
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• Health cash plan - claim back on dental, prescriptions, opticians, etc.
• Extra perks - including gym discounts and enhanced parental leave
• Online GP access + life assurance

Responsibilities:
What You'll Be Doing

• Operating of specialised production machinery, ensuring each machine is running effectively and safely at all times.
• Supervising Production Operatives and agency staff working on site.
• Ensuring Health & Safety guidelines/procedures are being adhered to at all times, reporting near misses & any accidents or incidents when they occur.
• Ensuring our customer orders are met to our high standards of quality.
• Reporting any Out of Spec Products/Machinery issues/Non-Conformances to Line Manager promptly.

Qualifications:
Who We're Looking For
We're after reliable, hands-on people who are ready to get stuck in. You'll need:

• Previous experience in a factory or production environment
• Positive attitude
• Motivated and driven
• Willing to learn
• You must be 18 or over (for insurance purposes)

About Us
Nature's Way Foods is one of the UK's top producers of fresh food - including prepared salads, coleslaw, and food-to-go. We supply major retailers like Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons, and McDonald's.
With over 1,200 employees from 39+ nationalities, we're proud of our inclusive, modern, and growing business. We produce more than 400 million units a year across cutting-edge facilities - and we're still expanding.
Ready to Apply?
If you're looking for a warehouse job that offers stability, strong support, and the chance to grow - hit Apply and send us your CV. We'd love to hear from you!
At Nature's Way Food, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to driving innovation and achieving excellence. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. We are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve and the world we live in.
Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and fairer world. Together, we can become best at fresh.

Skills Required