Production operative Level 2 (BS)
| Posting date: | 02 April 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | CT7 0AX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thanet Earth |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
The Role
Working on the back shift, your main responsibilities will be to carry out a range of production activities to ensure that operational objectives and standards are achieved in a fully effective and efficient manner.
Other responsibilities include:
Ensuring strict conformance to all Health & Safety procedures.
Packing quality fresh produce products across a minimum of 2 categories to our Customers’ standards.
Adhering to all QA and customer specifications/guidelines whilst carrying out any task.
Training and monitoring quality and performance of Operatives working on the line whilst supporting the Line Leader.
“Stepping up” to Line Leader Band 1 duties when required after completion of required training.
Participating as a member of the packing operations team providing input to continuous improvement.
Act in line with the business values and expected behaviours for the role.
Key Skills and Knowledge
Previous experience in the production environment of a medium to large manufacturing organisation.
Understanding of quality focused operations.
The ability to cope with the demands of high levels of flexibility and short lead times whilst maintaining conformance to specifications.
The ability to read and follow instructions.
A Day in the Life...
“If you're experienced and prioritise safety, you’ll assume a leadership role in packing premium fresh produce. Your daily tasks will include adhering to protocols, achieving performance goals, and assisting your team in maintaining rigorous quality standards. There may be instances where you’ll be called upon to shoulder additional responsibilities as a Line Leader. Your commitment to delivering excellence in your work and collaborating effectively with others is paramount. If you have a passion for quality, safety, and leadership, we would be delighted to welcome you as an integral member of our Production team.”
What we can offer you...
A competitive salary.
28 days holiday per annum plus 8 days of bank holidays.
Learning and development opportunities.
Company pension.
Access to Medicash scheme.
Free on-site parking
Working on the back shift, your main responsibilities will be to carry out a range of production activities to ensure that operational objectives and standards are achieved in a fully effective and efficient manner.
Other responsibilities include:
Ensuring strict conformance to all Health & Safety procedures.
Packing quality fresh produce products across a minimum of 2 categories to our Customers’ standards.
Adhering to all QA and customer specifications/guidelines whilst carrying out any task.
Training and monitoring quality and performance of Operatives working on the line whilst supporting the Line Leader.
“Stepping up” to Line Leader Band 1 duties when required after completion of required training.
Participating as a member of the packing operations team providing input to continuous improvement.
Act in line with the business values and expected behaviours for the role.
Key Skills and Knowledge
Previous experience in the production environment of a medium to large manufacturing organisation.
Understanding of quality focused operations.
The ability to cope with the demands of high levels of flexibility and short lead times whilst maintaining conformance to specifications.
The ability to read and follow instructions.
A Day in the Life...
“If you're experienced and prioritise safety, you’ll assume a leadership role in packing premium fresh produce. Your daily tasks will include adhering to protocols, achieving performance goals, and assisting your team in maintaining rigorous quality standards. There may be instances where you’ll be called upon to shoulder additional responsibilities as a Line Leader. Your commitment to delivering excellence in your work and collaborating effectively with others is paramount. If you have a passion for quality, safety, and leadership, we would be delighted to welcome you as an integral member of our Production team.”
What we can offer you...
A competitive salary.
28 days holiday per annum plus 8 days of bank holidays.
Learning and development opportunities.
Company pension.
Access to Medicash scheme.
Free on-site parking
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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