Production Operative

Production OperativeSunderlandImmediate Permanent Opportunity - Start your career with a permanent contract from day one!£13.87 per hourOvertime paid after 36.66 hours at £17.34 per hourRotating shifts: 06:00-14:00 & 14:00-22:00Working across 7 days, including weekendsFull-time, permanent positionCareer progression opportunitiesCTRG is recruiting Production Operatives on behalf of a well-established food manufacturer in Sunderland.This is a fantastic opportunity to join the business on a permanent contract from day one .Why Join?Permanent employment from your first dayCompetitive pay with enhanced overtime ratesLong-term job security with a leading food manufacturerFull training providedOpportunities to develop new skills and progress your careerSupportive and inclusive team environmentModern production facilitiesConsistent, full-time hoursFull PPE providedAs a Production Operative, you'll play an important role in producing high-quality food products whilst working in a fast-paced and supportive environment where safety, quality and teamwork are at the heart of everything they do.Shift PatternRotating shifts:06:00 - 14:0014:00 - 22:00Working across 7 days, including weekends, on a rostered basisFull-time, permanent employmentThe RoleWorking within both Low Risk and High Risk production areas, your responsibilities will include:Carrying out production duties as directed by Team Leaders and Shift ManagersOperating machinery and equipment once trained and authorisedEnsuring products meet quality, food safety and hygiene standardsCompleting production paperwork and quality checks accuratelyFollowing all HACCP, GMP and site operating proceduresMaintaining excellent housekeeping standards and following 'Clean As You Go' practicesSupporting critical production processes, including:OvensMixingMetal DetectionChillersX-Ray EquipmentTumblersSearersReporting faults, hazards and production issues promptlySupporting colleagues and new starters where appropriateWearing PPE correctly and adhering to health and safety requirementsWhat We're Looking ForPrevious production or manufacturing experience is advantageous but not essentialFood production experience would be beneficialBasic Food Safety knowledge or Food Safety Level 2 qualification desirableGood written and spoken EnglishStrong attention to detailPositive attitude and willingness to learnAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentReliable, flexible and committed to high standardsSee the Role Before You StartSuccessful candidates will be invited to attend a site induction before starting, giving you the opportunity to:Tour the production facilityMeet the management teamSee the operation firsthandLearn more about the working environmentGain a full understanding of the role before commencing employmentApply TodayIf you're hardworking, reliable and looking for a secure, permanent position with genuine long-term prospects , we'd love to hear from you.ctrg limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.TPBN1_UKTJ