Job Description

We are offering a fantastic opportunity for a

Production Operative

to join our growing production team. This is an ideal role for someone who is reliable, hands-on, and eager to learn. Whether you are looking to start a career in food manufacturing or build on existing experience, we will support your development with full training and opportunities to grow within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

As a

Production Operative

, you will be responsible for supporting the smooth and safe running of our manufacturing processes.

Your duties will include:

Assisting in the production of our sauces in line with recipes, specifications, and company hygiene standards. Following procedures relating to food safety, HACCP, and health & safety at all times. Handling raw materials and packaging safely and hygienically. Ensuring correct labelling, date coding, and tamper seals on all products. Stacking, shrink-wrapping, and palletising finished goods. Maintaining cleanliness of your workstation and conducting cleaning tasks as instructed. Carrying out equipment cleaning, testing (subject to training), and paperwork completion accurately. Reporting any deviations, risks, or concerns immediately to your supervisor.

What We're Looking For:

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Excellent attention to detail. A team player who works well with others. Able to follow instructions and processes carefully. Good awareness of food hygiene and health & safety (training will be provided). Physically fit and capable of standing for extended periods and lifting materials. Previous experience in food production or manufacturing is desirable, but not essential.

Why Work for Stokes Sauces?

Be part of a supportive and friendly team. Opportunity to work with a proudly independent and fast-growing food brand. Ongoing training and development provided.

Salary and Benefits

Salary 12.24 per hour (gross) 22 days holiday plus bank holidays. Contributory pension. Life Insurance. Staff discount. You get your birthday off as an additional day's holiday
If you are ready to bring your enthusiasm and reliability to a great team making award-winning products we would love to hear from you.

To apply,

please email your CV and a brief covering email to vicky@stokessauces.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.24 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Life insurance On-site parking
Work Location: In person