Job Description

Overview:
Manufacturing Operative | Competitive Salary | Shift Allowance | Selsey
We're looking for a proactive and driven Manufacturing Operative to join our fast-paced team at Natures Way Foods. In this hands-on role, you'll be at the heart of our production process--ensuring our machinery runs smoothly, customer orders are met to high standards, and safety always comes first. Ready to get started? Apply now and take the next step in your career! Responsibilities:
Shift Pattern
Our rotational shift pattern, covering 7 to 7, includes both days and nights. You will work a total of 14 days over a 28-day period, following this schedule:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday & Thursday

What you get from us:

• Salary up to 27,512 p/a based on experience
• Shift allowance of 1,056 per annum for working both days and nights
• Employer matched pension up to 5%
• Health cash plan
• Flexible benefits including: Corporate gym discounts, long service awards, enhanced maternity & paternity policy and many more
• Access to online GP & life assurance
• Free English Lessons

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:
We value qualities like:

• Positive attitude
• Motivation and drive
• Organizational and time-keeping skills
• Team player
• Strong attention to detail
• Willingness to learn new things

Direct Transport from Portsmouth: Enjoy hassle-free commuting with transport available from Portsmouth (North End and Fratton).
Experience is not necessary, we provide comprehensive training to kickstart and advance your career with us.
Our Company
Natures Way Foods is the leading manufacturer of prepared salads, coleslaw and "food-to-go" for supermarkets and retailers, and as such we work closely with farmers across Europe. But there's lots more to us than the products we make.
Our culture is inclusive, and our people are diverse spanning 39 different languages. We operate four manufacturing facilities capable of producing over 400m units per year. It is an exciting time to join Natures Way Foods as we are growing rapidly and there are genuine opportunities to progress within the organisation.
Our Vision
At Natures Way Foods, our vision is to lead the way in fresh- with care, quality, and purpose at our core. We put customers at the heart of what we do and are committed to doing the right thing for our people, communities, and the planet. Driven by innovation and excellence, we deliver the perfect product every time, backed by world-class manufacturing and passionate people. Guided by our six pillars- Customers, People, Product, Planet, Manufacturing, and Value- we're not just making food. We're shaping the future of fresh.
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.
Interested?
Click apply, submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.
We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship.
Join us in our mission to create a more inclusive and fairer world. Together, we can become best at fresh.

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