Production Operatives / Hygiene Operatives

Production Operatives & Hygiene Operatives

Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
Job Type: Temporary, with potential for permanent opportunities for Hygiene Operatives

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT: All suitable candidates must hold a valid Basic Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate.

About the Roles

Dexters Recruitment is currently recruiting Production Operatives and Hygiene Operatives on behalf of our client, a food production business based in Haverhill.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking and motivated individuals to join the team. These roles offer an immediate start, with ongoing opportunities available within the Hygiene Team and temporary work available within Production.

Previous experience in food manufacturing, food production or industrial cleaning would be beneficial.

1. Afternoon Hygiene Operatives

Working Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 4:00pm–10:00pm

• Friday: 11:00am–7:00pm

Role Overview:

The successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety throughout the production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning production areas, equipment and machinery in accordance with site procedures.

• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the food production environment.

• Following food safety, health and safety, and hygiene regulations.

• Using cleaning products and equipment safely and correctly.

• Ensuring work areas are clean, organised and ready for production.

• Following instructions and completing cleaning tasks to the required standard.

Contract: Ongoing temporary work, with the potential to become permanent.

2. Day Shift Production Operatives

Working Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 6:00am–4:00pm

• Fridays: Overtime may be available if required.

Role Overview:

We are seeking Production Operatives to assist with an initial rework project before moving onto the production lines to support the wider production team and help meet manufacturing deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with rework tasks and ensuring products meet the required quality standards.

• Supporting day-to-day food production and packing operations.

• Working on production lines as required.

• Carrying out visual quality checks and reporting any issues.

• Following food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures.

• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment.

• Working efficiently as part of a team to meet production targets.

Contract: Temporary work expected to last at least four weeks, with the possibility of further work depending on business requirements.

Requirements

• A valid Basic Food Hygiene and Safety Certificate is essential.

• A reliable and punctual approach to work.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced food production environment.

• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

• Ability to follow instructions and comply with food safety and hygiene procedures.

• A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Previous food production, manufacturing or hygiene experience would be advantageous.

How to Apply

If you are interested in either opportunity, hold the required food hygiene certification and are available to start at short notice, please contact Dexters Recruitment to discuss the roles further.

We look forward to hearing from you!