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Production Operative

Job details
Posting date: 08 May 2026
Salary: £13.20 to £19.80 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 07 June 2026
Location: Rosyth, Dunfermline
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Be Personnel Ltd
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

Be Personnel is currently recruiting Food Production Operatives to join our client, a global leader in seafood production and the largest producer of Atlantic salmon worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work with real career progression in a thriving and fast-growing industry.

Free Transport

We provide free transport from:

Airdrie
Cumbernauld
Pay & Progression

• Starting rate: £13.20 per hour

• Overtime: £19.80 per hour

• Skilled Operator: £13.60 per hour

• Advanced Operator: £14.34 per hour

With structured training, you’ll have the opportunity to progress quickly and increase your earnings as you gain experience.

Shift Patterns

Choose from the following shift options:

Option 1: 2-2-3 Continental Shift (12-hour shifts)

06:00 – 18:30
Rotating pattern offering regular days off
Option 2: Monday to Thursday

06:00 – 17:00
Long weekends every week
The Role – What You’ll Be Doing

As a Production Operative, you’ll play a key role in preparing high-quality salmon products for customers across the UK and beyond. Your duties will include:

Working on a fast-paced production line handling fresh, smoked, and infused salmon
Preparing, trimming, slicing, and packing products to strict quality standards
Ensuring all products meet food safety and hygiene regulations
Performing quality checks to maintain consistency and customer satisfaction
Keeping your work area clean and compliant with health & safety guidelines
Working as part of a team to meet daily production targets
This is a hands-on role in a chilled environment, so you should be comfortable working on your feet and handling food products throughout your shift.

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from candidates who:

Have experience in food production, manufacturing, or other manual roles (preferred but not essential)
Are reliable, punctual, and hardworking
Can work effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Have good attention to detail and a commitment to quality
Are physically capable of standing for long periods and performing manual tasks
Can be flexible with shifts depending on business needs
Full training is provided, so a positive attitude and willingness to learn are key.

What You’ll Get in Return

Opportunity for a permanent contract (or immediate permanent roles for experienced candidates)
Weekly pay (agency) or monthly if employed directly
30 days holiday (after 12 weeks for agency workers)
Ongoing on-site support
Structured training and development pathways
A chance to build a career with a company that promotes from within
Want to See the Role in Action?

Watch our short video here:
https://youtu.be/sds1DgeZsVU

Apply Today

If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready to build a career in Scotland’s growing food industry, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and one of our multilingual recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Benefits:


Company pension
Free parking
On-site parking
Work Location: In person

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