Production Operative

JAMES GRACE ASSOCIATES LIMITED · Milton Keynes, South East

Production Operative at JAMES GRACE ASSOCIATES LIMITED, based in Milton Keynes, South East. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Milton Keynes, South East
Contract
Contract
Posted
1 month ago
Closes
12 Sep 2026
Sector
Production Operative

Reference https://www.jamesgraceassociates.co.uk/job/production-operative-1491.aspx

About the role

Job Description:

Food industry

Production Operative

Milton Keynes

Pay rate £17.39 per hour including shift allowance

4on 4off

Food manufacturing / production background required (industrial)

Shift pattern days & night – 12-hour shifts - please not the company cannot offer any other shift patterns

4on 4off - 2days - 2 nights - 4 days off hours 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am

attractive salary / shift allowance / clean environment / paid breaks

ONGOING ASSIGNMENT

Overview:

James Grace is currently recruiting for experienced production operatives ideally from food manufacturing background, to join a company based in Milton Keynes. The successful candidate will be offered a temporary ongoing contract that could lead to a permanent opportunity with the company. Please note, strong experience within food production environment is required for this role.

Duties

  • Operate machinery and equipment used in food production, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Monitor production processes to ensure compliance with food safety standards, including HACCP guidelines.
  • Perform quality checks on products to ensure they meet established specifications.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the production area, following all health and safety regulations.
  • Assist in the preparation and packaging of food items, ensuring proper handling techniques are utilised.
  • Collaborate with team members to achieve production targets efficiently and effectively.

Skills

  • Strong understanding of food safety practices and principles.
  • Mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot equipment issues as they arise.
  • Basic maths skills for measuring ingredients and monitoring production metrics.
  • Previous experience in food production is advantageous but not essential.
  • Familiarity with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) systems is preferred.

Shift pattern:

· 4 on 4off – meaning 2days 12 hours shift / 2 night 12 hours shift

· Hours 6am-6pm / 6pm-6am

· Please only apply if you are able to work the above shift pattern

Benefits:

· Shift allowance

· Free car park on site

· Attractive rate of pay

· Friendly staff

· Clean environment

· Overtime paid at x1.5

· And many more

If you are interested, please apply directly through this website or for more information contact Nat Wolski at James Grace Local.

Reference: https://www.jamesgraceassociates.co.uk/job/production-operative-1491.aspx · Posted 1 month ago · Closes 12 Sep 2026 · Listed via JAMES GRACE ASSOCIATES LIMITED

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