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The food and drinks sector is a fast-paced industry that has a multitude of companies come and go. It isn’t too uncommon for a food manufacturer to go out of business within the first few years of establishment, so when one stands the test of time for well over a century, it’s incredibly impressive.

If you have a safety-first approach and enjoy reaping the rewards of your labour, this role will be suited to you!

The Job
As a Production Operative, you will be working steadily and methodically to undertake routine manual handling tasks. If you’re keen to show off an impressive work ethic and approach tasks with a smile on your face, you’ll be warmly welcomed into our client’s friendly team.

Key Responsibilities:

* Undertaking manual handling tasks including hand stacking products/packing into boxes and onto pallets

* Working steadily and methodically to carry out routine manual handling

* Bagging and sealing cheese and checking for foreign body contaminants

* Operating and monitoring production equipment safely

* Working within all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety and Food Safety Standards

About you
This role would suit someone who thrives within a team as well as independently. If you have an action-inspired approach to work, a knack for physical labour, and excellent verbal communication skills, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Requirements:

* Basic numeracy and literacy level.

* This is an active role; therefore, you must be physically fit with no lingering injuries.

* Due Diligence with a keen eye for detail.

* A valid driver’s license as you will not be able to access the job location via public transport.

Salary
£12.95 per hour.

Overtime rate after 40 hours:
£18.08 per hour.

Location
Shepton Mallet

Hours
Monday to Friday
Double rotating shift:
5.45am to 2.15pm
1.45pm to 10.15pm

Our brief:
Simple Recruitment are acting as an employment business on behalf of our client, based on the outskirts of Shepton Mallet, who are seeking a Production Operative to join their team on a temporary basis