Food Production Operative – Nights
Location: Nantwich Area (CW5 7PE)
Hours: 6pm – 6am (Night Shift)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary Ongoing
Pay Rate: £12.21 per hour

About the Role

KPI Recruiting are looking for a hardworking and reliable Cutting Room Operative to join a well-established food production facility in the Nantwich area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive production environment, handling the preparation, cutting, and packing of cheese products.

You will work in a mild temperature-controlled setting and be responsible for manual handling, machinery operation, and maintaining high hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

Heavy Lifting & Handling

• Safely lift and move cheese blocks weighing up to 25kg

• Handball cheese onto cutting machinery

Cheese Preparation & Processing

• Operate cutting equipment safely and efficiently

• Prepare cheese for vacuum packing and further processing

• Maintain excellent hygiene and follow food safety protocols

Vacuum Packing & Packing

• Operate vacuum packing machinery

• Pack cheese products to company quality standards

Stock Control & Orders

• Accurately make up customer orders

• Monitor stock levels and report discrepancies

Hygiene & Food Safety

• Maintain cleanliness of work areas and equipment

• Adhere to all food hygiene and safety procedures

Requirements

Essential

• Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg regularly

• Previous experience in food production or warehousing

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

• Team player with a positive work ethic

• Comfortable working in a temperature-controlled environment (5°C–12°C)

Desirable

• Experience working with cheese or dairy products

• Food Safety Level 2 (or willingness to obtain)

• Experience in stock control or order picking

How to Apply

If you’re ready to start immediately and want ongoing night-shift work, apply today! KPI Recruiting will contact you with the next steps.

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