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Production Operative

Job details
Posting date: 09 September 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 September 2025
Location: SR7 0PX
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Prima Cheese Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Prodopsept25

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Summary

Production Operative - Day & Night Shifts Available

 Full Time Position
 Company Contribution Pension Scheme
 Life Insurance
 Employee Benefits Platform/ Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 GP Access
 Additional Holidays – Based on Length of Service

With a proud 28-year heritage and continuous expansion, Prima Cheese is one of the largest suppliers of cheese to foodservice and manufacturing across the UK and we export to over 55 countries worldwide.

This is a great opportunity to join our growing team as a Production Operative. You will play a key role in maintaining product quality, ensuring smooth processes, and helping us meet daily production targets.

We have day and night shift patterns available working Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.


Role Will Include:
• Unwrapping and preparing cheese using safety tools and mechanical cutters
• Inspecting, flipping, and loading cheese blocks onto conveyors
• Packing grated cheese into boxes and palletising finished products
• Cleaning work areas and equipment as part of our hygiene protocols
• Operating Electric Pallet Trucks (training provided)


What We’re Looking For:
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment is desirable
• Good physical stamina and ability to carry out manual tasks
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• A team player who can adapt and communicate well in a fast-paced setting


Supportive & Inclusive Environment

Our people are the key to our success; we are committed to providing employees with the necessary support to excel during their career with Prima. Prima Cheese Limited is an inclusive and diverse workplace, if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact peopleandculture@primacheese.com

To apply submit your application via our careers page www.primacheese.com by Friday 19th September 2025 detailing which shift pattern you are applying for.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

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