Food Production Operator
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 5BB |
| Company: | Travail Employment Group |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 76003547_1771494078 |
Summary
Food Production Operator
Pay: £13.50 per hour (regular overtime available at enhanced rates)
Hours:-
* Monday-Thursday: 8:00am-4:30pm
* Friday: 7:00am-3:30pm (Flexibility required)
Location: Corby (NN17 4DU)
Immediate Start
New opportunity! Our client is a growing, niche food manufacturer based in Corby, Northamptonshire, and they are looking for an experienced Food Production Operator to join their team.
This is a varied and hands-on role, working across multiple departments to support production supervisors and help ensure daily production targets are consistently met.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating industrial mixing, blending, and occasional packaging machinery
- Measuring and weighing raw ingredients accurately following recipes and SOPs
- Maintaining strict compliance with hygiene, food safety, and quality standards
- Completing accurate production records and batch documentation
- Carrying out full machine clean-downs and routine equipment checks
- Using a Reach Forklift Truck when required
- Packing finished goods ready for dispatch
- Supporting team targets in a fast-paced environment
- Manual handling of up to 25kg and standing for extended periods
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in food production or food manufacturing (e.g., mixer/mixing operator, production assistant, manufacturing assistant)
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- A team-focused attitude with strong communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail, dexterity, and good eyesight
- A passion for producing high-quality products
- Reliable, flexible, and willing to learn new skills
- A valid external Reach licence required
Why Join?
You'll be working for a small but highly respected manufacturing company with an excellent reputation in their specialist food sector. Reporting directly to the production supervisors and site coordinator, you will enjoy a varied daily workload and the chance to contribute to a team committed to high standards.
If you have experience in food production, manufacturing, mixing, or blending and you're looking for a rewarding new challenge-We want to hear from you.
Job Details
- Rate: £13.50 per hour
- Shift: Monday to Friday (Day Shift Only)
- Contract: Temporary
To apply or discuss the role further, please contact Manish on 01536 408 111 or click 'Apply' to send your up-to-date CV.
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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