Production Operative

Fuel your future with an iconic household name.

Plug into a fast-moving, high-impact workplace right in the Forest of Dean, where what you do directly influences some of the biggest drink brands on the planet. If competitive pay raises, steady hours, and outstanding benefits sound good to you, your next step starts now.

What You'll Be Doing:

Join our international beverage production hub as a key Production Operative. You'll play a critical role in packaging, quality-checking, and prepping top-tier products for millions of consumers around the globe.

• Job Title: Production Operative
• Job Type: Temporary - Ongoing
• Location: Forest of Dean (GL16 8JB)
• Starting Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
• Post-Parity Pay Rate: £13.62 per hour (Day & Night) after 12 weeks!
• Shift Patterns:

o 8-Hour Rotation: Morning (06:00 - 14:00), Afternoon (14:00 - 22:00), Night (22:00 - 06:00)

o 12-Hour Rotation: Day (06:00 - 18:00), Night (18:00 - 06:00)

o (Must be fully flexible to work all shifts and patterns)

• Ensure the effective production and packaging of high-quality goods.
• Prepare, operate, and clean packaging equipment efficiently.
• Perform on-line quality control checks on finished products, components, and syrups.
• Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to safety/PPE guidelines.
• Assist across cross-functional teams depending on daily production needs.
• Handle manual lifting duties safely as required.

• Experience: Previous production operative experience or background in food/drink manufacturing is beneficial, but not essential-a great attitude is key!
• Key Behaviours: Reliable, physically fit for hands-on tasks, flexible across shift patterns, and driven to succeed.
• Education: GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Skills: Basic computer literacy and excellent communication skills (writing, speaking, and reading).

• Top-Tier Rewards: Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App for exclusive discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, and cinemas.
• Great Time Off: Up to 34 days paid holiday per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• On-Site Perks: Access to an exclusive staff shop, cheap & delicious options at the subsidised canteen, and fully equipped gym access (small monthly fee).
• Financial & Mental Wellbeing: Weekly pay to keep your cash flow steady, plus access to Employee Assistance Programmes (counselling & financial advice).
• Convenience: On-site free car parking.

Submit your updated CV today, and our recruitment team will reach out to guide you through the next steps.