Food Production Operative

Job Title: Food Production OperativeLocation: Lazonby, CumbriaSalary: £12.62 per hour, plus 25% overtime ratesJob Type: Permanent, Full-time. We have several roles available; all worked over 8-hour shifts. Various shift patterns are available, and candidates must be able to work Saturdays on rotation.About Us:We are an established family bakery with a taste for quality, having created delicious products for over 75 years. Our organisation produces baked goods for retail and food service, specialising in cake and sweet pastry tart products. We supply all major UK retailers with ambient Free From ranges and a number of leading Coffee Shop Chains with ambient and frozen ranges.Job Overview: We are looking for a dedicated Gluten Free Production Operative to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating machinery and assembling food products in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work effectively within a team to meet production goals.Please note that the role involves heavy manual labour and standing for long periods of time therefore physical strength and dexterity is important.The Role:Follow work instructions and recipes to complete tasks efficientlyCollaborate with team members to ensure smooth productionOperate food production equipment safely and effectivelyWork on different production lines as requiredWeighing and checking raw materials before productionEnsuring correct product labelling and packagingComplete quality and safety paperwork as necessaryEnsure products meet the required quality standardsReporting any faults or issues with machinery to supervisorsAboutYou:Physically fit and dexterous to perform manual handling tasksAbility to speak and understand EnglishGood communication and teamwork skillsAble to maintain focus on repetitive tasksExcellent attention to detailPhysically fit and able to perform manual handling tasksFlexible with work duties and willing to adapt as neededBenefits:Free Transport to and from Lazonby from Penrith (depending on shift)29 days' annual leave including Bank HolidaysFree Fruit/ Tea/CoffeeFree onsite parkingShopping discountsCompany Sick PayRefer a Friend Scheme - 1st BONUS £100, 2nd BONUS £300Access to an Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted cakesHealth assurance schemeEmployee Assistance programApplication Process:Bells of Lazonby is committed to equal opportunities for all. As an accredited Disability Confident Committed employer, we offer a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process, accepting job applications in various formats.To apply for this exciting Food Production Operative opportunity, please click 'Apply' now!Candidates with experience of; Food Factory Worker, Food Production Worker, Process Operative, Machine Operator, Food Packaging Operative, Packing Operative, Factory Operative, also be considered for this role.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-07