General Operative - Meat Manufacturing

General Operative - Meat Manufacturing (TBR38)

Location Ripon, England Sector Manufacturing & Production Salary £12.71 per hour

This is a General Operative role where you'll be part of the engine room of food production - keeping operations moving, supporting high daily output, and building practical skills that can open the door to long term manufacturing careers.

If you want steady work, full training, and the chance to develop hands on skills in a fast paced production environment, this opportunity puts you right at the heart of a growing food manufacturing operation.

What's in it for you

• Starting pay of £12.71 per hour with opportunities for skill based pay increases
• Full on the job training on production equipment and manufacturing processes
• Temp to perm opportunity after 26 weeks for long term stability
• Free on site parking and easy access via local transport routes
• Opportunity to gain skills in meat production, equipment operation, and food safety
• Clear progression opportunities as skills and responsibilities grow

Your responsibilities as General Operative

• Support production across multiple areas of the manufacturing process
• Operate machinery such as grinders, mixers, and blenders following training
• Help maintain production flow to meet daily output targets
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces across the production floor
• Assist teams across departments where production demand requires

What we're looking for in a General Operative

• Previous experience in food manufacturing, production, or factory environments
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene procedures within production settings
• Experience operating or assisting with industrial food processing equipment
• Ability to follow documented production processes and safety procedures
• Experience working with raw meat or meat processing environments

Working hours

Minimum 40 hours per week across 5 consecutive days. Weekend working (Saturday and Sunday) required. Shifts typically range from approximately 6 to 10 hours depending on production demand. No night shifts.