Job Description

Production Operative - Powder

Join our Team at Macphie

Let us introduce ourselves - Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire with sites in Glasgow and Midlands too. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.

About the role

Your responsibilities will include transferring and packaging products accurately, adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety while working efficiently to meet production targets. If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for quality, and thrive in a dynamic work environment, we would love for you to be a part of our committed team!

Working shift pattern is a rotation of early and late's on a weekly basis.

Requirements

Health & Safety

Work safely at all times in accordance with company Health & Safety policies, procedures, practices, and legislation. Identify and report any discrepancies in materials, machinery, or final products to the Team Leader. Ensure all food safety, legality, and quality requirements are consistently met.

Hygiene & Sanitation:

Adhere to strict hygiene and sanitation standards, following cleaning schedules and implementing the factory's "clean as you go" policy. Carry out cleaning schedules in the production and packaging area ensuring a very high standard of hygiene/sanitation is achieved, in addition to placing emphasis on the Factory's "clean as you go" policy, being always audit-ready.

Production & Packaging:

Prepare packaging materials, ensuring correct labeling, coding, and container specifications. Operate equipment to store, feed, mix, blend, extrude, and package food products while maintaining high standards of manufacturing practice. Conduct inspection, packing, and metal detection processes, ensuring product quality and compliance with weight control standards. Palletize, wrap, and label finished goods as required.

Documentation & Compliance:

Accurately complete all relevant process and food safety documentation. Carry out any additional duties as assigned by Production Management.

Team Support & Flexibility:

Provide support in other departments when required, including during holiday and absence cover.

Other Duties

To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by the Shift Manager / Team Lead

Benefits

Indulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!

At Macphie, we believe in crafting not only delightful culinary experiences but also providing our team with a recipe for success in their professional lives. Here is a taste of how we'll look after you as part of our Sweet Success:

Annual Leave: Recharge your batteries with a generous annual leave entitlement of 23 days, plus 9 public holidays, giving you a refreshing total of 32 days to explore, relax, and savour life outside of work. Profit-Related Pay (PRP): Your dedication will not go unnoticed! Enjoy conditional PRP, aligning with our company's performance and rewarding your commitment to our shared success. Pension Perks: Secure your financial future with our pension enrolment, where you contribute 5%, and we match it with a 3% employer contribution. Health and Wellness Buffet: We care about your well-being. Access our Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 GP line, and indulge in our cycle-to-work scheme. Keep your mind and body in top shape with our Leisure Subsidy Scheme and free fruit offerings. Eco-Friendly Commute: Embrace sustainable living with our electric car charging stations. Enjoy the convenience of free parking while contributing to a greener planet. Lifelong Learning: Cultivate your mind with our company further education scheme and unlock opportunities for personal and professional growth. Family First: We support your journey into parenthood with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay. Exclusive Employee Benefits: Revel in exclusive benefits like an education bursary via our employee trust and Funeral Concierge provided by Everest Funeral Concierge Service, a brand-new benefit. Beyond Probation: Once you have passed probation over the initial three months, you will then be able to unlock an array of group benefits, including Health cash plan via Westfield Health, permanent health insurance, and 3x death in service life assurance.

To see all of the Macphie employee benefits please click here.

And now, let us talk about what we need from you:

Like every employer, legally, we require to check and confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks that we need to complete before you can start with us. In addition to the above, we will also collect satisfactory employment references.

Additional Information

At this time, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.


We are not seeking assistance from recruitment agencies for this position. Unsolicited CVs will not be considered.


Closing date for applications: Sunday 1st February 2026